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National Geographic Adventure: Budget Travel -- Laos, Asia |
 | | Stunning architectureand the advent of flights from Bongkokmakes the World Heritage city of Louangphabang the ideal first stop; from April 13 to 15, the city hosts magnificent celebrations in honor of the Lao New Year. |
 | | Louangphabang, the former capital, lies at the confluence of the Mekong and Khan Rivers and contains the greatest concentration of remarkable structures in Southeast Asia, including the former homes of nobility, French colonial mansions, and 32 Buddhist temples. |
 | | Louangphabang, the old provincial capital of Laos, is the Jewel of Laosand Adventures recommended first stop. |
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