Travel to Laos

Mountain temples, Mekong landscapes, and golden stupas

Former French protectorate in Southeast Asia. Boat tours to the 4,000 islands in the Mekong River. Colonial architecture and Buddhist monasteries in Luang Prabang. Monks during the morning alms-giving ceremony. Tropical waterfalls like Kuang Si with turquoise pools. Karst mountains and caves near Vang Vieng. Rice paddies in the surrounding countryside. Golden stupas like Pha That Luang in Vientiane. Cave paintings and Buddha statues in Pak Ou. Markets featuring silk fabrics, herbs, and street food.