What to do in Vientiane? Explore the serene capital of Laos
A quiet and discreet capital, Vientiane has a few surprises in store. Here are my ideas for visits, tips, and impressions of this city with its own unique rhythm.
Phou Phanang View Points: a little nature getaway near Vientiane
To put it in context, it was during my extended stay in Vientiane that I made this little trip outside the city (apart from Buddha Park, located on the other side
Buddha Park: A day of adventure along the Mekong
With almost a week to spend in Vientiane, I couldn't possibly miss the famous Buddha Park, or Xieng Khuan for those in the know. Although it is considered
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Vat Sisaket and Vat Phra Keo: two emblematic temples of Vientiane
Continuation of this stroll in Vientiane as I arrive at the survivor of the Siamese "massacre", Vat Sisaket (The Laotians use a transcription with a V, in Thailand
Vientiane: discover That Luang and Patuxai, two icons of the capital
For this last day, Jitima took the bus early in the morning to return to Bangkok. For my part, I could stay one more day, especially to get my passport back.
Return to Vientiane: bus route from Vang Vieng
And yes, this stay in Vang Vieng was very short, just one express day (what else?) but let's not forget that we are not on vacation, strictly speaking.
How to get from Vientiane to Vang Vieng
Laos is poorer than Cambodia, if you take into account the state of the roads anyway. Vang Vieng is not that far, 150km, which would normally take
A glimpse of Vientiane, the sleepy capital of Laos
From the exit of the Thai embassy in Vientiane we took a tuk tuk to the city center to go as quickly as possible, otherwise we could have walked, Vientiane is not a
How to renew your Thai visa in Vientiane: practical guide
Here are all the steps to renew your long-stay visa for Thailand from the Thai Embassy in Vientiane, Laos (obsolete in 2025).
Vientiane: 5 good reasons to discover the capital of Laos
Laos is a country that is culturally very similar to Thailand, only poorer.