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Patuxai Monument easy to spot!
Vientiane, Laos - Only 2 days in the capital
August 5th 2008 We knew the capital of Laos was going to be a lot quieter than Bangkok, the currency was called the Kip for a start, but the first real indication of how different things were was on approach to Vientiane International. The night landing showed only a smattering of lights. It was as if we were over a village.
The People's Democratic Republic of Laos liked its red tape. The airport was full of i
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Laos was under the control of Siam (Thailand) from the late 18th century until the late 19th century when it became part of French Indochina. The Franco-Siamese Treaty of 1907 defined the current Lao border with Thailand. In 1975, the Communist Pathe... ... read more COMING SOON HOUSE ADVERTISING ads_leader_photo_bottom
