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HIGHLIGHTS
Vat Phou Temple - World Heritage Site
Introduction to Champasak Cultural Landscape
Nestled on the banks of the majestic Mekong 35 kilometers south of Pakse in southern Laos, Champasak is best known for its World Heritage temple of Vat Phou.
But much more than just a visit to the Angkorian temple, Champasak is well worth to hang around a visit and a chance to immerse yourself in its charm and peaceful atmosphere: architectural heritage and colonial buildings in the town center, unspoilt nature, crafts, encounters, authentic culture…
With accommodation ranging from simple guest houses to 4* resorts, Champasak is the perfect gateway for exploring southern Laos, the Boloven Plateau and the 4000 Islands.
Vat Phou Complex Temples
Vat Phou – The temple complex is located at the foot of Phou Kao Mountain, overlooking the flood plain of the Mekong River.
Champasak Local Life & Handicraft
The area of Champasak is used for the cultivation of rice paddy interspersed with small strips of remaining secondary forest and bamboo bushes along the water courses.
Visiting Champasak Town
Champasak town is one of a few historic city which is continue surviving in Lao PDR.
Cultural Traditions & Events
Champasak continues to keep its traditions alive and offers a wide range of cultural activities.
Services
Accommodations
Numerous family guesthouses, resorts and hotels are all ideally located on the banks of the Mekong and/or in the centre of Champasak.
Restaurants
Numerous restaurants, offering traditional Laotian, Western or fusion dishes, are accessible along the road along the Mekong or on the rice field side.
Other services
In Champasak you will find a wide range of services such as cash dispensers, banks, bicycle and motorbike hire, transport services, pharmacies and small retailers.
