Things to do in Southern, Laos

While the North part of this lovely country has some attractive places like Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng and Vientiane, there is something interesting about the stunning landscapes and the unique architectures in South which is definitely an escape from the bustling life.

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Tham Kong Lo is a large limestone cave located in Phu Hin Bu National Park, Khammouane Province.  About 130 km to the north, thanks to the Nam Hun Bun River flowing into the cave, visitors who take part  in the foreign tours to Laos can pay a visit by boat.

Tham Kong Lo caves are up to 90 meters in height, so there is a large space in the cave. The lake, which emits turquoise light in the cave, is a sacred place of local people who believe that this lake is the skin of a god.

To discover Bolaven, there are two loops for you to choose from. Small bow can go within 3 days. Large arcades will go through many more rapids, which means the path will be more difficult, completed in about 5 days.

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You won’t be able to say you’ve been to many places like this in your life when experiencing to stay at the simple but lovely homestays. Let’s Imagine the scene where you will be asleep in quiet nighttime space, hear the murmur, be awakened by the nice tunes of birds in the early morning. What an escape from the bustling and noisy life, right?

Located in the southern region of Laos, is the vast Si Phan Don archipelago where is dubbed the "land of 4,000 islands" as beautiful as a watercolor painting. Not only the natural, wild, majestic scenery, Si Phan Don also attracts visitors thanks to the exotic position and acquires a reputation for the dolphin here.

Alternatively, you can bike to explore the peaceful small island on a bumpy road running from one end of the island to the other. You will feel total freedom and, quiet when passing through the green rice fields as the best way to blow away the sorrows.
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Things to do in West lake in Hanoi

Hanoi- a sweet home to not only the historical cultural values but also the modern lifestyle. Paying a visit, you can easily spend weeks in Hanoi and still find something new to do in each passing day. Don’t hesitate to lighten your trip up by the top awesome non-touristy things to do in West Lake list below. Tours Indochina and Vietnam

1. Cycling around the lake

Being one of the largest freshwater lakes in Hanoi with a shore length of 17 km, a ride on two-wheels around the lake would be more preferable to avoid crossing the many roads. 

If you’re falling in love with a beautiful girl or a boy, West Lake is definitely a great place for your date. Offering rental by the hour, there is a perfect choice for two of you if you want to admire the beauty of the lake in the private space.

2. Tasting West Lake ice scream

Due to tons of seating around this lake, so get a take-away ice cream seems to be the best choice. If Trang Tien ice cream acquires a reputation in the Old Quarter, West Lake ice cream is considered as the King of this world in the North of Hanoi. When this flowers season knocks at the door, the lake becomes awash with the blooms, which hold particular significance in Vietnam. 

While visiting Hanoi, don’t forget to bring lotus tea back to your country as a warm gift from this lovely land. Vietnam tour packages

3. Discovering the impressive cuisine

And it will be your mistake if you miss mentioning some special food as crispy shrimp cake (banh tom Ho Tay in Vietnamese), sizzling cake (banh Xeo) or fried pho with stir-fried pig stomach. As attractive as its name, West Lake cuisine seems to such a weird combination but once eating, you will be addicted. 

With many things as above, it seems to be enough to make you more excited to pay a visit to West Lake. In fact, a lot of other things are waiting for you to discover. Don’t waste your time more, just book a West Lake tour to make your trip easier!

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