Explore Ban Peuk in Laos
Ban Peuk in the region of Viangchan is a town in Laos - some 16 mi or ( 26 km ) North of Vientiane , the country's capital city .
Current time in Ban Peuk is now 05:13 PM (Sunday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Vientiane " with a UTC offset of 7 hours. Depending on the availability of means of transportation, these more prominent locations might be interesting for you: Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Udon Thani, Ubon Ratchathani, and Nong Khai. Since you are here already, make sure to check out Chiang Mai . We saw some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Where to go and what to see in Ban Peuk ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Daily Giving and Daily Receiving: Alms Round in Laos
Every morning in Southeast Asia the monks go on alms round. Here is how they do it in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. If you listen carefully you can hear the monks offereing a prayer after the woman ..
MotoQuest Tours: Laos Adventure
Take a ride with MotoQuest Tours through Northern Laos. Visit a country rich with history, friendly people, and exotic scenery. Visit the World Heritage City of Luang Prabang, on the banks of the Miko ..
Laos: Scooter ride between Vientiane and Nadi
We stopped to pan the area, somewhere on a dirt road between 10 and 13. ..
Robert swinging in Vang Vieng
Swinging into the Nam Xong river in Vang Vieng, Laos. ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Battle of Ban Dong
The Battle of Ban Dong was a major battle of the Vietnam War that took place in Laos, involving the North and South Vietnamese armies. The battle lasted from February 8 to March 20, 1971. Before Operation Lam Son 719 began, intelligence indicated that North Vietnam had permanently placed logistical units in the Ban Dong area, especially along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. The logistical units were supported by one regular division, with another one ready for rapid deployment.
Located at 18.28 102.68 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
National University of Laos
National University of Laos (NUOL) is the leading university in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. Founded in 1996, with departments brought in from other existing colleges, it is the only national university in the country. NUOL accepts top students from Laos with few international students. National University of Laos is cooperating with various international universities, especially from Japan.
Located at 18.04 102.64 (Lat./Long.); Less than 21 km away
Wattay International Airport
Wattay International Airport is one of the few international airports in Laos. It is located 3 km (2 mi) outside its capital, Vientiane. The airport consists of an old and small domestic terminal and a new international terminal. There is a military (air force) installation at one end of the airport. The head office of Lao Air is on the airport property.
Located at 17.99 102.56 (Lat./Long.); Less than 22 km away
New Laos National Stadium
New Laos National Stadium is a new multi-use stadium in Vientiane, Laos, that was built in 2009 It was used mostly for football matches as well as athletics events and was used to host the opening and closing ceremonies for the 2009 Southeast Asian Games. Upon completion, it replaced the previous Laos National Stadium.
Located at 18.06 102.70 (Lat./Long.); Less than 24 km away
Pha That Luang
Pha That Luang is a gold-covered large Buddhist stupa in the centre of Vientiane, Laos. Since its initial establishment suggested to be in the 3rd century, the stupa has undergone several reconstructions until the 1930s due to foreign invasions to the area. It is generally regarded as the most important national monument in Laos and a national symbol.
Located at 17.98 102.63 (Lat./Long.); Less than 26 km away
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