Phra That Phon and the Stone House Ruins: Quiet National Heritage Sites in Southern Laos
In southern Laos, there are many heritage places that locals hold close to their hearts, even if they are not widely known among travelers. ພຣະທາດໂຜ່ນ and the nearby ຜາສາດເຮືອນຫີນ are two such sites—both officially recognized as national heritage and deeply connected to the history and spiritual life of the region. Phra That Phon is a
Wat Phou Champasak Festival 2026 to Be Held in Grand Celebration
The annual Wat Phou Champasak Festival 2026 will be held on a grand scale from 31 January to 2 February 2026 at Wat Phou Champasak, one of Laos’ most important historical and spiritual sites. The official opening ceremony is scheduled for the evening of 31 January 2026. This year’s festival is especially significant as it