Discover these places worth visiting in Vientiane and select a hotel nearby for ultimate convenience
Patuxay Monument
走走遍天下XZOne of the most symbolic attractions in the Lao capital, Vientiane, is this Arc de Triomphe, built to commemorate the independence of the country, located in the center of the entire city. It is said that between the airport and the Arc de Triomphe, the vast masses of people chose to build the Arc de Triomphe first. At both ends of Lancang Avenue, one is the President's Mansion, the other is the Arc de Triomphe, and there is the Premier's Mansion next to the Arc de Triomphe. The squares and large fountains around the Arc de Triomphe are very beautiful and were built by the Chinese government a few years ago. When the sun was sinking, it was also the most beautiful time in the Arc de Triomphe Square. The citizens of Vientiane came with their children and walked around, a peaceful scene. With the spout of the music fountain, the whole square also reached a climax. The most happy city, the most happy country, the most happy people!
Pha That Luang Vientiane
走走遍天下XZWat Pho is one of the many temples in Vientiane. It is not very large, but it is very popular because it is just across the road from the famous Wat That Luang and is protected by a huge reclining Buddha.
There is a very exquisite and tall sculpture inside, on which there is a prince-like figure drawing a bow and shooting an arrow. There are also several angles where you can take pictures of the Shwedagon Pagoda of Wat That Luang.
The surrounding walls are also quite distinctive, with golden pagodas of respected and prestigious families, which are spectacular.
Mekong Riverside Park
สสายเที่ยว สายมู สายบุญThe sun is about to set on the river on the Mekong River, very beautiful.
Presidential Palace
走走遍天下XZTrip.com There is no attraction in the Premier's Palace, only commented here. The Lao Prime Minister's Palace is separated from the Arc de Triomphe all the way, and it is also the most eye-catching building around the square. The architectural style is mainly French style, integrating traditional elements of Laos, red-topped white walls, magnificent. Many people easily confused the three concepts of the presidential palace, the presidential palace, and the prime minister's palace. In fact, the presidential palace and the presidential palace are the same place, just opposite the road facing the Arc de Triomphe. The Premier Palace is the building next to the Arc de Triomphe. The whole square is also very beautiful, there are many beautiful historical buildings around, and the fountain at night is not to be missed.
Lao National Cultural Hall
MM50***90Laos is the only landlocked country in the north of the Central and Southern Peninsula. It is adjacent to China in the north, Cambodia in the south, Vietnam in the east, Myanmar in the northwest and Thailand in the southwest. The Mekong River runs more than 1,800 kilometers and the land area is 23.683 10,000 square kilometers. The beauty of the attraction is worth recommending!
Buddha Park (Wat Xieng Khouane Luang)
走走遍天下XZVientiane Xiangkun Temple (Wanfo Park), Laos must check in attractions. "Net Red" nine-story Buddha Pagoda, six reincarnations, the longest reclining Buddha, Monkey Mouth Hell Tower, Shiva Statue (handheld mistakenly killed children), etc., many of them have introduced some Buddhist stories, legends and other content in Hinduism, made statues, in most Buddhist places, It is extremely rare to see. Behind each Buddha statue there is a mysterious legend, although it is made of steel and cement, but the same meticulous beauty, especially some facial expressions and limb movements, are closely related to the storyline.
Vientiane Museum of Contemporary Arts
走走遍天下XZShenmu Museum, the richest man in Laos (the steel tycoon) spent all his money to protect 15,000 acres of wild agarwood forest from the Japanese and collected more than 20,000 wood carvings.
It is not allowed to take photos indoors. The main reason is to protect the intellectual property rights of the creative design of the carvings, fearing that others will copy them. In fact, such unique and scarce works are basically impossible to copy. Everyone helps to promote them, but it can also promote more positive energy.
The whole exhibition is very magnificent, the works are also extremely exquisite, the guides are serious and dedicated, and there are some derivative products to choose from after the visit.
It is completely different from a general shopping store.
That Dam Stupa
NNeverStopExploringThat Dam Stupa, located in Vientiane, Laos, is a captivating ancient monument with a mysterious history. Cloaked in folklore, the blackened stupa is believed to be protected by a serpent spirit, adding an intriguing dimension to its allure. Its distinct appearance and cultural significance make it a must-visit, offering visitors a glimpse into Laos' rich heritage and spiritual traditions.
Wat Si Muang
走走遍天下XZXimeng Temple, also translated as Simon Temple, is the most incense temple in the Lao capital Vientiane many temples, because of its very spirituality. Legend has it that a pregnant woman volunteered to take the temple (jump into the main pillar of the temple), the temple is named after her, also known as the "mother temple", to protect the people of a city. Ximeng Temple is very exquisite and gorgeous, magnificent, it is worth calming down, emptying yourself, and enjoying it carefully.