Vang Vieng

Northern Laos

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June 11th 2008
Vientiane We arrived into the capital of Laos, Vientiane, after a long bus journey from Tha Khaek. We had heard mixed reports about the City, some saying it was bland with little to do and some saying it was a lovely place with a relaxed atmosphere and lovely bars and cafes. We definitely agreed with the second opinion, the town was a very easy place to spend time, which was just as we ... read more

Asia » Laos » North » Luang Namtha

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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