The Grand Palace Hotel in Luang Prabang, Laos

Ancient Kingdoms

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February 20th 2015
We are now in Luang Prabang, Laos which was the royal capital of Laos in ancient days. The entire town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which helps to preserve the history and feel of this quaint village. It is located on a peninsula between the Mekong & Khan rivers and is surrounded by mountain ranges. Flying in was beautiful and everywhere you look, equally lovely. It is cooler here with a wide r ... 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