Attractions of Laos

To help inspire or plan your trip to Laos, some of its major attractions for travellers are shown below, including some of the best natural, historical, cultural and adventure sites in the country. These include all of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for Laos which represent the best of the world's cultural and natural heritage.
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Religious Monuments in Laos

Pak Ou Caves
The Tam Ting Caves at Pak Ou, near the confluence of the Mekong and Ou rivers, are a Buddhist holy site which contain thousands of Buddha statues of all shapes and sizes, many brought here over 400 years ago when Luang Prabang was under threat from the Chinese.

Vientiane
Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is a relaxed and laid-back city. Its attractions include the Patuxai (or Victory) Monument - Vientiane's Arc de Triomphe, Wat Sisaket - the oldest temple in the city packed with silver and ceramic Buddhas, Wat Prakeo - the temple which used to house the Emerald Buddha, and the That Luang stupa - Laos's most famous religious and national monument, said to contain a bone of the Buddha.

Vientiane

Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is a relaxed and laid-back city. Its attractions include the Patuxai (or Victory) Monument - Vientiane's Arc de Triomphe, Wat Sisaket - the oldest temple in the city packed with silver and ceramic Buddhas, Wat Prakeo - the temple which used to house the Emerald Buddha, and the That Luang stupa - Laos's most famous religious and national monument, said to contain a bone of the Buddha.

Wat Phou
The Wat Phou Temple complex dates back to the 6th century when it was built to express the Hindu vision of the relationship between nature and humanity. It subsequently became a Buddhist temple during the Khmer Empire which dominated the region between the 10th and 14th centuries and contains some of the best examples of Khmer art in southeast Asia. One of the most impressive archaeological structures in Laos, it's the focal point for pilgrims from Thailand and Laos every February who travel here for the full moon festival. UNESCO World Heritage Site: Vat Phou and Associated Ancient Settlements within the Champasak Cultural Landscape

Wat Phou

The Wat Phou Temple complex dates back to the 6th century when it was built to express the Hindu vision of the relationship between nature and humanity. It subsequently became a Buddhist temple during the Khmer Empire which dominated the region between the 10th and 14th centuries and contains some of the best examples of Khmer art in southeast Asia. One of the most impressive archaeological structures in Laos, it's the focal point for pilgrims from Thailand and Laos every February who travel here for the full moon festival.

UNESCO World Heritage Site: Vat Phou and Associated Ancient Settlements within the Champasak Cultural Landscape