Saturday, 24 January 2009

VIENTIENNE JAN 20-22 2009

Not exactly selling themselves - tourist marketing department need a good long look at themselves.

The Buddha's hand positions for 'I couldnt manage another thing'

One of the 4 wats surrounding Pha That Luang - the national monument

Ell enjoying a beer on the Mekong

Pha That Luang
and again
Patuxai - l'arc du triomphe of Vientienne


Vientienne - Laos, the worlds most laid back capital? The weather is beautiful here at the moment, the city has developed significantly since our '97 visit, but its still unbelievably quiet. Have hired bikes ( no gears necessary - its like Holland with palm trees) and have cycled around various temples and landmarks. Have tried to get back on budget after the KL extravaganza but it back fired as bed bugs feasted on Ell first night, so we have thrown money at that one and are enjoying a very comfortable room with air con. I am already looking forward to breakfast tomorrow, sensational croissants & coffee - before we head off to Vang Vieng, and the northern half of the country.

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