Location: Vientiane
Top Things to do in Vientiane
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Top 7 Nature & Parks in Vientiane, Vientiane Prefecture
Vientiane is the capital and largest city in Laos. Located on the banks of the Mekong River, Vientiane is a city steeped in legend and history. The city is the home of the massive gilded stupa, Pha That Luang, a national symbol of Laos. The streets are lined with trees, French colonial buildings, street markets, Buddhist temples, and noodle shops. Just outside the city is Buddha Park, a garden littered with over 200 cement sculptures depicting the gods and monsters of Buddhist and Hindu myth.
Restaurants in Vientiane
1. Vientiane Orchidees
2. Buddha Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,367 reviews
This sculpture park is a collection of hundreds if Buddhist and Hindu statues scattered around a meadow.
Reviewed By E6054CTjoh
The park is so beautiful, absolutely worth seeing! We found this sign on a tree and it was a lot cheaper than any of the other tours we found. Plus he took us to the friendship bridge, the gate, a beautiful all silver temple, and the Pagoda and gave us a great insight into National history and legend of the places. He was so friendly and funny, we even went for a beer with him afterwards. And 8$ for all you get is really nothing. The other drivers and hostel tours take 12$ and you just get a ride there and back. Just text him, he was available the same day for us.
3. Mekong Riverside Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 746 reviews
Reviewed By Twwrn
In the evening after 6 the Mekong Riverside Park comes alive with vendors galore and here is where you can purchase souvenirs from traditional clothing for him and her, silk, accessories, tshirts, anime phone cases, artwork, not to mention food! Bartering is allowed and you can get a lower price in most cases. US currency is accepted here BUT make sure it's NEW, undamaged bills or they will NOT accept them, credit cards are accepted. The view of the Mekong by sunset is a sight to behold and many gather if only to view this and take pictures.
