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18 Stunning Photos That'll Make You Book a Ticket to Laos

Vang Vieng Temple
Vang Vieng Temple | © Igormattio/Pixabay

Laos has a rustic charm that is unparalleled in Southeast Asia. With few international chains and no sense of urgency, it’s easy to feel like you’ve traveled back in time when visiting this landlocked country. These gorgeous images will make you want to sail across the Mekong, climb over the Annamite mountains, or book a plane ticket to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic.

That Luang

Tat Luang

Monks on alms rounds

Monks on Alms Rounds

Tropical fruits

Tropical Fruits

Luang Namtha

Luang Namtha

The Mekong River

Mekong, Laos

Sculpture in Vientiane

Sculpture in Vientiane

Snakes and scorpions in whiskey bottles

Line up of snake and scorpion whiskey bottles

Water Buffalo

Water Buffalo

Motorbikes

Laos

Dance Performances

Dance Performance

Attapeu Province

Attapeu Province

Patuxai

Patuxai

Kasi

Kasi

Lanterns

Laos

Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang

River Boats

River Boats

Plain of Jars

Plain of Jars

Vang Vieng

A bridge in Vang Vieng

Looking for more beautiful images of Southeast Asia? Check out these images of Laos’ neighbor, Myanmar.

About the author

Regina is a writer and teacher of English, art, and yoga. She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from Ohio University and a Masters in Teaching from Dominican University. A Cleveland, Ohio native and avid traveler, she currently lives in Savannakhet, Laos. Follow her adventures on Instagram @rgbeach or on her website www.reginagbeach.com

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