In southern Laos the small town of Champasak, along the Mekong river, worth absolutely a visit because is the location of the Khmer ruins of Wat Phou Champasak. I arrived in Champasak from Thailand through the Chong Mek border crossing, towards the city of Pakse. I got my Lao visa in Bangkok but is also possible obtain it from this border post.     Wat Phou Champasak is located at the base of mount Phou Kao, few kilometers far from the Mekong river in Champasak province. There was a temple on the site as early as the 5th century, but… Continue reading →