Journey deeper into southern Laos Most journeys to southern Laos include visits to the famous Wat Phou UNESCO World Heritage Site as well as the 4000 Islands in Champasak Province. But for a more eclectic holiday, visit Savannakhet and Salavan Provinces to see the lesser-known Heuan Hin (Stone...
The rooftop of the rejuvenated Lao Chaleun Rama Laos’ second city, situated on the Mekong at a major crossroads linking Thailand and Vietnam, Savannakhet has been influenced by many different cultures. The province is also the country’s most populous and is a significant area of natural...
Venture off the beaten path into the nature and culture of Savannakhet. Sometimes the best things are found where you least expect them. Savannakhet is the most populous province in Laos, yet also one of the least explored, as tourists seldom stray from the pleasant and scenic downtown area of...
Savannakhet Province plays its own siren song with ancient Buddhist libraries, remnants of French Colonial times and a significant stupa holding relics of the Buddha. Sitting just to the east of Savannakhet town, Xe Champhone District has monkeys with attitude and skulking crocs. ...
Some of Savannakhet’s most striking features are the Mekong and its indigenous food. Local entrepreneur, Amphone Nhotxayviboun has combined these at Laoview Riverfront Restaurant. Built in a modern style, but with architectural elements reflecting Savannakhet’s long past, this eatery blends the...
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