Champasak, Laos

Pakse and the Mekong riverbanks

CityRiverHeritage

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The notebook of Pakse and the Mekong riverbanks

See the city change over the hours.

Pakse occupies the meeting of the Mekong and the Xe Don. Its temples, markets and the Phou Salao lookout allow you to discover the city before continuing towards the landscapes of southern Laos.

At your own pace

Stroll Taste Photograph

Identity summary

Ideal duration

1 to 2 days

Best time

Winter · Spring

Car

Recommended car

Type of stay

City · River · Heritage

Accessibility

Limited accessibility

Rhythm

Modular rhythm

General presentation

Pakse and the Mekong riverbanks

Pakse occupies the meeting of the Mekong and the Xe Don. Its temples, markets and the Phou Salao lookout allow you to discover the city before continuing towards the landscapes of southern Laos.

Check access, bookings and opening times with the site before visiting.

Strengths and constraints

Strengths

Wat Luang in Pakse
Lao-Nippon Bridge
Mount Phou Salao

Before you choose

Check access, bookings and opening times with the site before visiting.

Places worth visiting

A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.

Temple

Wat Luang in Pakse

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Wat Luang is located near the Xe Don in the centre of Pakse. The religious complex remains a place of practice: respect the reserved spaces and the indications given to visitors.

Bridge

Lao-Nippon Bridge

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The Lao-Nippon bridge crosses the Mekong south of the centre of Pakse. It connects the city to the riverbank of Phou Salao; choose a safe observation point without stopping in traffic.

Viewpoint

Mount Phou Salao

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Mount Phou Salao dominates the Mekong and Pakse from the other riverbank. The sanctuary and its large Bouddha accompany the panorama; access depends on the conditions of the steps or the road.