Vientiane is the capital of the Republic of Laos. The town is small, but in contrast, is filled with many beautiful buildings of mixed architecture, monuments and temples that reflect the colorful history of the country. This major city of Laos is located on the northeastern shore of the broad Mekong River. What distinguishes it from other Asian megacities is that peace and incredible charm of Vientiane can not find anywhere else. The translation of his name means “bow before the king sandalwood.” The local language name means “Moon City”. The old name of the city Sisatanak. Mekong River itself is the border between Thailand and Laos. Above it in 1990 thanks to Australian investment is made so. Bridge Thai-Lao Friendship, connecting Vientiane with Nong Khay in Thailand and is the most important transport link between the two Asian countries. Until the city can be reached by air and landing it on the nearby international airport Watan. At the Friendship Bridge has also built railroads. Today, Vientiane is a charming place for tourist visits, because it can offer quiet, attractive historical and architectural monuments, and much entertainment. Nearly 300-strong city is divided into five regions, the inhabitants of which number a total of about 750 000 people – Chantabulu, Hadksaifong, Shikhotabong, and Hayseta Sisatanak, each of which holds different views and attractive places.
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