The Vieng Xai caves are an extensive network of caves that served as hidden city during the Vietnam War. The area was home to the Communist army, who were fighting the royalist forces based in Vientiane and was bombed by the US army. Up to 23,000 people lived in the caves, which contained a hospital, military barracks, bakeries, shops, and even a theater. The Lao government hopes to promote the caves as a tourism destination, similar to the Củ Chi tunnels in Vietnam.

Find Out More Related Tours

Con Dao Islands

Under French rule, the Con Dao Islands were known as the Devil’s ...

More Detail

Luang Namtha

Luang Namtha is known for being the largest city in the northwest part of ...

More Detail

Tam Coc

In the Ninh Binh province of Northern Vietnam near is Tam Coc, which ...

More Detail

Mu Ko Ang Thong

Ang Thong, which means “Bowl of Gold,” is a popular national ...

More Detail

Grand Palace

As the official residence of the kings of Siam — and, later, ...

More Detail

Chatuchak Weekend Market

Known locally as JJ Market, Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok is the ...

More Detail