Rough karst topography and vibrant flora make very good contrasts, but together they make up the baffling Vieng Xai Caves, one of Laos' hidden treasures. The very walk towards the cave complex is itself a visual treat, with the lush vegetation that line the pathways. Located in the northern region of the country, the cavern was formerly the Pathet Lao (PL) revolutionary headquarters. Vieng Xai was a cavern city back in the mid-20th century, with "rooms" used as sleeping quarters, offices, barracks, and even one that was formerly a hospital. Today, the caves are considered...
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