A gentle city with gentle people. Vientiane is known for its old-world charm, from the slow pace of life to the kindness of the locals, a foodie heaven where you can sit alongside the colonial buildings, drinking some of the superb locally grown coffee as the Mekong glides by.

Some of the real joys in this amazing capital city can be hard to find, but once you discover the delights on offer, we know you’ll be back for more.