Cities

Cities

* Vientiane — the still sleepy capital on the banks of the Mekong River

* Huay Xai — in the north, on the Mekong and the border with Thailand

* Luang Namtha — capital of the north, known for its trekking

* Luang Prabang — a UNESCO World Heritage City known for its numerous temples, colonial era architecture, and vibrant night market

* Muang Xay — also known as Oudomxay, the capital of the multiethnic province of Oudomxay

* Pakbeng — halfway point on the overnight slow boat between Huay Xai and Luang Prabang

* Pakse — gateway to the Wat Phu ruins and the "four thousand islands" (Si Phan Don)

* Savannakhet — in the south on the Mekong, connected by bridge to Mukdahan in Thailand

* Tha Khaek — a popular base for exploring the Phou Hin Boun National Park including the famous Konglor Cave

~Info courtesy of Wikitravel~