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Houaixay & Pakbeng

 

Houixay is located in the northwestern part of Laos near by infamous of Golden Triangle where three countries, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar are converged. This region is one of the key trading port between Laos and Thailand and also well known of its precious stones (sapphires and rubies) and gold mining.

 

Pakbeng is on the edge of the hill offering spectacular view of the Mekong and it is resting point for cruise boats from Luangprabang to Houexay, or vice versa.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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