Sala Flower
There are many unique and interesting looking flowers out there in the world. But this one has to be one of my favorite. Not to be mistaken with the sala of a Wat or anything else. The Sala flower is related to the Brazilian nut family tree. I’m not sure if [...]
The Legend of Human Sacrifice at Wat Phu Champasak
Wat Phou is a ruined temple complex in Champasak, southern Laos. It is known for its Boun, also know as Wat Phu Festival and usually takes place on the full moon of the third lunar month (usually in early February for 3 days). Pilgrims from near and far come for Boun Wat Phu, and the [...]
Ethnic villages at Pa Suam
Pa Suam waterfall is located in the coffee capital of Laos (Bolaven plateau) and home to many ethic tribes. This beautiful waterfall is a perfect place for a picnic. You can stroll around and check out the various ethnic villages and can stay overnight at one of the tree house type bungalows or opt for [...]
Buddhist Nine Temples Tour in Laos
When I read Lao New Year at Wat Thong Phong part 1 about Darly’s “aunt Kian went to eight or nine temples,” and another post of Lao New Year at Wat Simoung, made me think of a Thai article in Kwanruen Thai Magazine about “Buddhist Nine Temples Tour in Laos (Wai Pra 9 Wat,)” [...]
Lao colors
Video by Rafael, Tribes of the North of Laos. Tribus del norte de Laos.
Hike through Laos & visit with Khmu Hill Tribes
Video by Daniel Braha, description: We take a trek through Laos to visit some hill tribes. Watch a kid eating a delicious chicken head and see how much fun paper airplanes can be!
Vieng Samai Village
A group of students and their great adventure in Laos.
On the Ho Chi Minh Trail
A view from a dirt bike on the Ho Chi Minh Trail in southern Laos.
