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Patuxay Monument
31 lokale anbefaler
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Vientiane, Vientiane Prefecture
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Patuxai is a famous architectural structure of art and sculpture, which is considered as the symbol of Vientiane capital. This was built between 1957 and 1968 using funds from the U.S. government. The name comes from the Sanskrit words for door or gate (patu) and victory (jaya). The seven floors of the monument contain administrative offices as well as a gift shop, a museum and the upper viewing galleries.
Patuxai is a famous architectural structure of art and sculpture, which is considered as the symbol of Vientiane capital. This was built between 1957 and 1968 using funds from the U.S. government. The name comes from the Sanskrit words for door or gate (patu) and victory (jaya). The seven floors of…
Vientiane's Arc de Triomphe replica is a slightly incongruous sight, dominating the commercial district around Th Lan Xang. Officially called 'Victory Monument' and commemorating the Lao who died in prerevolutionary wars, it was built in 1969 with cement donated by the USA intended for the construction of a new airport. Climb to the summit for panoramic views over Vientiane.
Vientiane's Arc de Triomphe replica is a slightly incongruous sight, dominating the commercial district around Th Lan Xang. Officially called 'Victory Monument' and commemorating the Lao who died in prerevolutionary wars, it was built in 1969 with cement donated by the USA intended for the construct…