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Vientiane, City on the Mekong

Vientiane, Laos

Photo of Boys on a bike with sunset on the Mekong in Vientiane Laos (Viang Chan)

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Laos // Southeast Asia· Vientiane Laos Location: [post_gps_latitude], [post_gps_longitude]

Laos might be landlocked, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t have some great water views. Winding through the entire length of the country is one of the world’s great rivers, the Mekong. From the snows of the Himalayas, the river runs through six southeast Asian countries: Tibet, China, Burma, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos.

Down here, about halfway down the length of Laos, the river is wide. And it’s also relatively calm yet persistent–calm compared to further downriver near the Cambodian border, where the river becomes massive raging rapids during the rainy season. Unlike further north in Laos, where the landscape is mountainous and rugged, the topography around Vientiane is relatively flat, and the river banks here are sandy, not rocky.

The nation’s capital, Vientiane, sits on the bank of the river. And the opposite bank is Thailand; the middle of the river markets part of a long border between the two countries. There are no fences of walls or checkpoints here–just the endlessly surging water of the Mekong.

Vientiane’s waterfront seems purpose-built for glorious sunsets. A new park and promenade is heavily used by local families out enjoying the balmy evening air. Kids play and swim in the small, protected lagoons created by the wide sandy islands. And in the evening, vendors at a night market sell the usual wares to tourists.

It’s all makes for a relaxed, friendly, and scenic place to spend the early evening.

Photos of Vientiane

Photo of Lao Boys Watching the World Go By (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Vientiane Street at Night (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Wat Roof Silhouette in Vientiane, Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Sunset on the Mekong silhouette in Vientiane (Viang Chan), Laos

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Wat Si Saket Vientiane Laos 2000 Buddhas 337-0116026588x

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Photo of Riding Bikes on the banks of the Mekong River in Vientiane, Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Boys swimming in the Mekong River at sunset in Vientiane Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Golden Carved Dragons in Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Night Market Stall Selling Pictures (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Vientiane (Viang Chan) Laos Patuxay from Avenue Lane Xang

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Photo of Hand of The Buddha Statue in Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Siddhartha Gautama Statue in Vientiane, Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of The Buddha Statue Face (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Night Market in Vientiane, Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Ornate Roof of a Wat in Vientiane, Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Colored Lights at the Night Market in Vientiane, Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Woman selling fabrics at the night market in Vientiane (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Beautiful Sunset on the Mekong in Vientiane Laos (Viang Chan)

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Photo of Girl playin gin the water at sunset on the Mekong in Vientiane Laos (Viang Chan)

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Wat Si Saket in Vientiane Laos Roof Tiers 337-0055016537x

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Photo of Hammer and Sickle Flag in Vientiane, Laos (Viang Chan)

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What to Know Before You Go

It’s the capital of Laos, but it’s not as bustling as many other major Asian cities. It’s easy to get around and a good walking city, especially down by the waterfront.

Where to Next?

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    Wat Si Saket, Vientiane


Travel Advice for Laos

You can find the latest U.S. Department of State travel advisories and information for Laos (such as entry visa requirements and vaccination requirements) here.

The British and Australian governments offer their own country-specific travel information. You can find the British Government's travel advice for Laos here and the Australian Government's here.

Health & Vaccinations

The CDC makes country-specific recommendations for vaccinations and health for travelers. You can find their latest information for Laos here.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.


Location: Vientiane
Country: Laos
Coordinates:
      Latitude: 17.962071
      Longitude: 102.606245

      # Southeast Asia
      # Vientiane Laos



About David Coleman

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living.

I’m based in Washington, DC.

You can find my photography gear reviews and tips at havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.

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