Gorgeous little eggplant

Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng

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December 28th 2009
Luang Prabang has an unmistakable French influence. Baguettes, croissants and wine cafes line the main street and half of Europe are on vacation here. Monks and Novices wander the streets in burnt sienna robes. The temple drums sound at various times of the day, beginning at around 4am. With the locals waking before dawn to prepare offerings for the alm. The entire town is rather early to bed and ... read more

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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