In front of the Patuxai(literally meaning "victory gate", thanks wikipedia!) in Vientiane. This is called the Arc de Triomphe of Vientiane or the "vertical runway," because it was built using cement the US had donated to build a new runway at the airport. The Patuxai was finished in 1968 and built as a monument to the people's struggle in their fight for independence from France.
The view from the top. At 7 floors, this is one of the tallest structures in Vientiane.
We still haven't figured out what this building is, but it is right next to the Patuxai, and one of the largest in the city.
Inside the top floor of the Patuxai, looking towards the river and our hotel.
a beautifully provinicial city. it seems a place where the 21st century allows a walk through a distant, romantic past.
ReplyDeletehold hands and walk slowly.
whisper secrets and make memories.
peace...lovebeloved...dad
Wow,
ReplyDeleteAll of the pictures from Laos are beautiful. I look forward to eating a Laotian meal that you cook at home. I so appreciate that you are posting all of this on the blog.
Love,
Mordechai