Sweet city
SW visits Vientiane
Vientiane, the capital of Laos, has a population of about 760,000 people. In addition to being the business centre of the country, Vientiane boasts many tourist attractions and historical sites.
This week’s Freeze Frame explores some of Vientiane’s famous sights.
The statue of King Anuvong, the last monarch of Laos, is situated on Quai Fa Ngum Road. It is a popular place to watch the sunset over the Mekong River. A night market also opens in the area from 6 pm to 10 pm.
Patuxai, or the Victory Gate of Vientiane, is one of the capital’s famous landmarks. Built in 1962, Patuxai is located on Lang Xang Avenue.