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Lonely Planet: The worlds number one travel guide publisher
Lonely Planets Laos is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Whiz through the jungle on ziplines in Bokeo Nature Reserve, dine on French cuisine in historic Luang Prabang and trek to minority villages on the Bolaven Plateau - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Laos and begin your journey now!
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- NEW pull-out, passport-size Just Landed card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel
- Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics
- Covers Luang Prabang & Around, Northern Laos, Vientiane, Vang Vieng & Around, Central Laos, Southern Laos, and more
- The Perfect Choice:Lonely Planets Laos is our most comprehensive guide to Laos, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.
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Laos
Vivid nature, voluptuous landscapes and a vibrant culture collide with a painful past and optimistic future to make Laos an enigmatic experience for the adventurous.
Laos cherishes many of the traditions that have disappeared in a frenzy of development elsewhere in the region. Its hard to believe somnolent Vientiane is an Asian capital, and theres a timeless quality to rural life, where stilt houses and paddy fields look like they are straight out of a movie set. Magical Luang Prabang bears witness to hundreds of saffron-robed monks gliding through the streets every morning in a call to alms, one of the regions iconic images. Intrepid travellers will discover a country untainted by mass tourism and Asia in slow motion.
Laos is one of the most ethnically diverse countries in the region, reflecting its geographic location as a crossroads of Asia. The hardy Hmong people live off the land in the remote mountains of the north, Kahu and Alak elders in the south still have traditional face tattoos, and the Katang villagers of central Laos sleep with forest spirits. Whether it is the cities of the lowlands or the villages of the highlands, Laos offers wonderful opportunities for local interaction. However, change is coming as a new high-speed railway will cut across the country, criss-crossing some of these isolated communities.
With its dark and brooding jungle, glowing emerald rice fields, and glistening tea leaves that blanket the mountains, the landscape in Laos changes shades of green like a chameleon. But its not just the luscious landscapes that are green: when it comes to ecotourism, Laos is leading the way in Southeast Asia. Protected areas blanket the landscape, and community-based trekking initiatives combine these spectacular natural attractions with the chance to experience the real Laos with a village homestay, helping contribute to the local community and preserve the environment.
Travellers rave about Laos for a reason. Adventure seekers can lose themselves in underground river caves, on jungle ziplines or while climbing karsts. Nature enthusiasts can take a walk on the wild side and spot exotic animals such as gibbons or elephants. Culture lovers can explore ancient temples and immerse themselves in Lao spiritual life. Foodies can spice up their lives with a Lao cooking class or go gourmand in the French-accented cities. And if all this sounds a little too strenuous, then unwind with a spa session or yoga class. Eclectic Laos caters for everyone.
By Nick Ray, Writer
I first came to Laos as a backpacker in 1995 and quickly succumbed to the incredible beauty of the natural landscapes and the warm-hearted welcome. There have been many memorable trips since and this enigmatic country still charms. On this trip, I headed north to the mysterious Vieng Xai Caves and took some long boat trips on the Nam Ou from beautiful Nong Khiaw to reach remote Phongsali Province. However, it is Luang Prabang that really leaves an impression thanks to its enticing combination of historic temples, living culture, evolving cuisine scene and rural upcountry adventures.
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