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INTRODUCTION – LAOS

Located on the eastern coast of the Indochinese peninsula and without access to the
sea, Laos shares borders with China to the north, Myanmar in the northwest, Thailand
to the west, Cambodia to the south and Vietnam to 'Is. About 70% of the total area is
dominated by steep mountains, dense jungle and plateau. Peaks rise from 1500 to 2500
m, the highest being the Phu Bia at 2820 meters altitude.
The Mekong, which remains the main transport link, extends 1800 km. The cultivated
areas are found along the Mekong plain where concentrates half of the population.
Its capital is Vientiane.

Main gateways:
- Luang Prabang, international airport (LPQ)
- Vientiane, Wattay international airport (VTE)
- Pakse, international airport (PKZ)

CLIMATE
Laos has a tropical monsoon climate with two seasons: dry from October to April
and rainy from May to September. Temperatures vary according to altitude and can
be very cold in mountainous areas from November to February.

SOME IMPORTANT CITIES – LAOS

Luang Prabang
Located at the confluence of the Mekong and Khan River, Luang Prabang is an
attractive city with many temples and buildings dating from the colonial period.
Former royal capital surrounded by mountains, this small town a World Heritage
Site by UNESCO is a small city where time seems to stand still. Luang Prabang should be explored by foot in order to appreciate
the beauty and serenity of this city with approximately 32 pagodas.
Golf course in Luang Prabang:
- Luang Prabang Golf club

Vientiane
Vientiane is the Lao capital. It may be regarded as a very quiet city compared to other Asian capital cities, but nevertheless remains
the most "active" city in the country. The Lao name of Vientiane is Viang Chan, “the city of sandalwood” or “the city of the moon”.
Located on the Mekong river bank, the town offers a mixture of old gilded Buddhist temples and colonial architecture.
Golf courses in Vientiane:
- Le Dansavanh Nam Ngum resort
- Lao Country Club
- Asean games Golf Club (SEA games)

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