Nong Kiau, Rural settlement along Nam Ou River in Luang Prabang Province, Laos.
Nong Khiaw stands between towering limestone peaks, with the Nam Ou River flowing through its center and wooden houses lining both riverbanks.
The settlement developed as a key trading point along the Nam Ou River, connecting northern regions of Laos through water-based transportation routes.
The local population includes Hmong and Khmu ethnic groups, who maintain their traditional farming practices, crafts, and community celebrations throughout the year.
Travelers can reach Nong Khiaw by taking a 3.5-hour bus journey from Luang Prabang, with services operating multiple times throughout the day.
The Pha Tok Caves, which served as shelters during the Second Indochina War, contain narrow passages and chambers within the limestone mountain formations.
Location: Luang Prabang Province
Part of: Northern Laos
GPS coordinates: 20.57130,102.61100
Latest update: March 5, 2025 10:05
Laos combines Buddhist temples, waterfalls and caves. The temple complexes display religious art and architecture from different periods. The natural areas include waterfalls like Kuang Si, cave systems like Tham Kong Lo and mountain ranges with views over the Mekong. The country preserves its cultural and geological features.
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