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R ainy Season in Laos: W et n ( U n)wild Issue 4 | July - September 2012 Free Copy | 無料 EN | JPN

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Rainy Season in Laos: Wet n (Un)wild ラオスの雨季: A free, quarterly lifestyle magazine more than 30,000 copies/issue which features updated travel information about Laos. ラオスのヴィエンチャンから最新情報をお送りする日本語・英語のフリーマガジンです

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Rainy Season in Laos:Wet n (Un)wild

Issue 4 | July - September 2012

Free Copy | 無料 EN | JPN

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Commercial Bank Building33 Lanexang Avenue, Vientiane, Lao PDR

Tel: +856 21 254 377. Fax: +856 21 222 712E-Mail: [email protected]: Asia Business Consult (ABC)Project Manager: Tanapat Manivong

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April - October 2012 2012 4月-10月

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English Editor: Peter EvansConcept and Art Director: Judy SouvannavongJapanese Translator: Mika OtakiContributors: Somsanouk Mixay, Maxie Langkorng, Phoonsab Thevongsa, Vilasack Laisoulivong and Nalonglith Norasing

Printed by: Lao UNIPRINT Press Co., Ltd. Tel: +856 21 254 118

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Lao New Year “Boun Pi Mai”Date |13-15 April

Venue | Luang Prabang and Nationwideラオス正月(ピーマイラオ)

開催日 | 4月13~15 日場所 | ルアンパバーンおよび全国各地

Rocket festival “Boun Bangfai”Venue |Vientiane Province (Phon Hong Dist.)

and Nationwideロケット祭り(ブンバイファイ)

開催日 | 5月場所 | 全国各地

Boun Khao Pansa (Buddhist Lent)Date | 02 August (tentative)

Venue | Vientiane capital and Nationwideブンカオパンサー (雨安居入り)

開催日 | 8月2日 (予定)場所 | 全国各地

Boun Khao Padabdin (Rice Ceremony)& Boat Racing Festival

Date | 15 September (tentative) Venue | Luang Prabang

ブンカオパダブディンとボートレース開催日 | 9月15日 (予定)場所 | ルアンパバーン

Boun Awk Phansa (End of Buddhist Lent)& Boat Racing Festival

Date | 30 October, 31 October (tentative)Venue | Vientiane Capital, Savannakhet, Champasak

ブンオークパンサー (雨安居明け)開催日 | 10月30 日(予定)

場所 | 全国各地

42Schedules

フライトスケジュール

9Directoryお役立ちリスト

46Let’s Speak Lao! ラオス語を話そう!

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Essentialsその他

14 Tantalise Your Tastebuds 21 On Lounging & Lifestyle

24 Get Away 32 Unforgettable Luang Prabang

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Nong ChanWater Park

Bus Station

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Tourist OfficeUSA

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Green ParkSi Muang

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Getting There & Away 各地へのアクセス方法

By bus バスNorthern Bus Station : about 2km northwest of the centre, serves all points north of Vang Vieng, including China, and has some buses to Vietnam.The Southern Bus Station or Dong Dok Bus Station is 9km out of town and serves everywhere south. The Talat Sao Bus Station is where local buses depart for destinations within Vientiane Province and Thai-Lao International Bus station.

北バスターミナル:市中心から北西約2km、中国を含むバンビエン以北の全地域方面のバス、及びベトナム行きのバスも出ている。南バスターミナル・ドンドークバスターミナル:郊外9kmの地点に位置し、南方面行きのバスが出ている。タラートサオバスターミナル:ビエンチャン県内の各所行きローカルバス、タイーラオス国際バスなどが出ている。

By air 飛行機Lao Airlines, Thai Airways and Vietnam Airlines are the main airlines that offer regular flights from neighbouring countries to Vientiane. Travel agencies in Vientiane generally offer bookings for any airline.

ビエンチャン発着の国際線はラオス航空、タイ航空、ベトナム航空が直行便を飛ばしている。ビエンチャン内の旅行代理店にて予約可能。

Getting Around 市内での交通手段

By bicycle & motorcycle 自転車&バイクSabai E-li Rental Bike (021 244 241; Next to national cultural hall, Heng Boun Rd.)Jules’ Classic Rental (020 7600813; www.bike-rental-laos.com; Th Setthathrat)

Jules’ Classic Rental (020 7600813; www.bike-rental-laos.com; セタティラート通り 地図N-5)

By taxi タクシーTaxi Vientiane Capital Lao Group Co. Ltd. (021 454 168, 021 454088,90 Th Nongbone)Taxi Vientiane Capital Lao Group Co. Ltd. (021 454 168, 021 454088,90 ノンボンNongbone通り)

By tuk-tuk or jumbo トゥクトゥクorジャンボーshort hops within the city shouldn’t cost more than 10,000 kip per person市内で短距離であれば10,000kip/人~

By bus バスRattly old blue-and-white buses and newer white minibuses connect the center to the suburban districts.-to/from the Friendship Bridge, which continues on to Buddha Park. 古いタイプの青と白のバスと、新しいタイプの白いミニバスがあり、市中心部と友好橋間を走っている。ブッダパークに行きたい場合は.友好橋手前で途中下車。

By Car 車Asia Vehicle Rental Co., Ltd., TEL : 021 223 867Asia Vehicle Rental Co., Ltd., ( 021 22 3867, 354-356 サムセンタイSamsenthai 通り 地図N-4)

Vientiane to Luang Prabangビエンチャンからルアンパバーンまでの行き方

By plane 飛行機Lao Airline, 2 or 3 times a day, 40 minutes.ラオス航空、2~3便/日 所要時間約40分

By bus バスThe Northern Bus Station is the main departure point. Buses bound for Luang Prabang depart regularly throughout the day. The air-con buses are comfortable for the long journey while the VIP buses provide an extra space, a snack and a bottle of water. Normally bus takes 10-12 hours. Any bus bound for Luang Prabang can drop you off in Vang Vieng, though you pay the same ticket price as if you were going all the way. Another option is to book a mini-bus ticket from a travel agency. It takes 2-4 hours less.北バスステーションが主要出発点。ルアンパバーン方面行きのバスは1日を通して出ている。長旅ならエアコンバスが快適。VIPバスは他のバスに比べ多少スペースに余裕がありお菓子と水が付く。ノーマルバスは所要時間10~12時間。ルアンパバーン方面のバスならどれでもバンビエンで途中下車可能(ただし途中下車しても払い戻しはなし)。旅行代理店でミニバスのチケットを購入する方法もある。公共バスよりは2~4時間ほど早く到着できる。

Directory - Vientiane CapitalHospitals 病院Mahosot HospitalMahosot Rd., Ban Kaognot021 214 018Emergency 021 214 023/ 240 656

Settathirath HospitalT5 Rd., Ban Donekoi021 351 156/ 351 158/ 351 159

Friendship HospitalPhontong Rd., Ban Phonsavanh021 710 006

Police Hospital 109Khouvieng Rd., Ban Phapho021 212 537

Military Hospital 103Sopaluang Rd., Ban Phonpapao021 951 105

Banks 銀行BCEL1 Pangkham Rd.021 213 200-1www.bcellaos.com

ANZ33 Lanexang Rd.021 222 700www.anz.com/laos

PSV077, Unit 09, Samsenthai Rd.021 264 4564/ 212 666 Ext. 411www.phongsavanh.com

LDB39 Pangkham Rd., Ban Siangnyeun021 213 300www.ldb.org.la

AMZ ExchangeHeng Boun Road, Ban Mixay, Vientiane Capital30 525 6700

Airlines 航空会社Lao Airlines02 Pangkham Rd., Ban XiengnyeunMon-Sat : 8:00-16:30021 212 057http://www.laoairlines.com

China Eastern Airlines70/207 Luangprabang Rd., Ban KhountathongMon-Fri : 8:00-16:30/ Sat : 8:00-10.30021 252 888http://www.flychinaeastern.com

Thai Airways International70/101-103, M & N Building, G/F, Souphanouvong AvenueMon-Fri : 8.30-17.00/ Sat : 8:00-12:00021 222 527-9http://www.thaiair.com

Vietnam AirlinesSamsenthai Rd., 2/F Laos Plaza Hotel, Ban AnouMon-Fri : 8:00-16:30021 217 562/ 252 618http://www.vietnamairlines.com

Bus stations バスターミナルNorthern bus stationT2 Rd.021 260 255

Southern bus stationDongdok Rd., km 2021 740 521

Morning market bus stationNongbone Rd.021 216 507

Miscellaneous緊急連絡先 Fire men190

Police191

Ambulance 195

Electricity199

Post office182/11 Lanexang Ave., Ban SisaketMon-Fri : 8:00-16:30 / Sat : 8:00-12:00

Travel Agency旅行会社Laobooking.com33 Unit 4, 5/F, ANZ Vientiane Commercial Building, Lanexang Rd.021 254 300www.laobooking.com

The Embassy of India That Luang Road, P.O.Box No. 225, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 413 802, 413 804, 416 850-1.The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia Kaysone Phomvihane Avenue, P.O.Box 27,Vientiane,Lao PDR.Tel: 021 413 900, 413 909-413 [email protected] Embassy of Japan Sisangvone Road, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 41 4400-3.The Embassy of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Ban Thaphalanxay, M. Sisattanak, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 315 261.The Embassy of the Republic of Korea Lao-Thai Friendship Road, M. Sisattanak,PO Box 7567, Vientiane, Lao PDRTel: 021 352 031-3The Embassy of Malaysia 23 Singha Road, Phonxay Quarter, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 414 [email protected], [email protected] Embassy of the Union of Myanmar Lao-Thai Road, Ban Watnak,P.O.Box 11 M. Sisattanak, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 314 910 [email protected] Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines Ban Saphanthong Kang, Sisattanak District,Vientiane, Lao PDR. Tel: 021 452 490 - [email protected] Embassy of the Russian Federation Thaphalanxay Quarter, P.O.Box 490, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 312 219, 312 222.The Embassy of the Republic of the Singapore Tha deua Road, Km3, Ban Watnak,Sisattanak Diatrict, Vientiane, Lao PDR. hTel: 021 353 [email protected] Embassy of Sweden Sokpaluang-Wat Nak Quarter, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 315 017, 315 018, 313 772.Royal Thai Embassy Kaysone Phomvihane Avenue,Saysettha District, Vientiane, Lao PDR. Tel: 021 214 581-3. [email protected] Embassy of the United States of America Bartholony Road, Thatdam, Vientiane, Lao PDR. Tel: 021 212 581, 212 582, 212 585.The Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam No. 85, 23 Singha Road, Ban Phonxay, Saysattha District, Vientiane, Lao PDR. Tel: 021 413 401,413 409 [email protected]

Foreign Embassies and Consulates各国大使館・領事館The Australian EmbassyNerhu Road, Phonxay Quarter, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 413 600, 413 602, 413 604-5, 413 608-10.The Royal Embassy of CambodiaThadeua Road Km3, P.O.Box 34, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 314 [email protected] Embassy of the People’s Republic of ChinaWatnak Road, M. Sisattanak, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 315 100-1, 315 103, 315 105, 315 107-8.The French Embassy Setthathirath Road, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 215 253, 215 257-9.The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany 26 Sokpalouang Road, Vientiane, Lao PDR.Tel: 021 312 110-1.

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買い物ティーショップライギャラリー/アーティザンラオ(T’Shop Lai Gallery / Les Artisans Lao)Vat Inpeng Street (ワットインペン裏), VientianeTel: 021 223 [email protected]

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ラハブティック(Laha Boutique)Francoignin St., タイパンホテル向かいTel: (856-21) 241 932www.lahasinh.com

コップノイ (Kopnoi)Monument Booksの上, Vientianewww.madeinlaos.com

マルベリーズ(Mulberries) Nokeo Khummane Road(ドゥアンドゥアンホテル向かい)[email protected]

Noi Noi Shop(ノイノイショップ)Makphetレストラン上Settathirath Road, Vientiane.Tel: 020 24 88 383 [email protected]

ラオコットン(Lao Cotton)タラートサオモール1階Tel: 021 215 [email protected]/

ラオマジックカーペット(Lao Magic Carpets)Luang Prabang Road, VientianeTel: 021 [email protected]

カマクラフト(CAMACrafts)Nokeo Khummane Road (ドゥアンドゥアンホテル向かい)Tel: (856-21) 561 [email protected]

エカラクラオ(Ekkalak Lao)Route 13,Vientianeパトゥーサイ近くTel: 021 263 [email protected]

カルソラオ(Caruso Lao)Ban Phiavath #008 Fa Ngum RdTel: 021 223644 Fax: 021 [email protected]/

アバロンホテル(Avalon Hotel)070 Rue Phnom Penh, Unit 8 Anou Village, Chanthabouly District, VientianeTel:021 263 597-8www.avalongbooking.com

パークビュー(Parkview Hotel)Avenue Souphanouvong, Sikottabong District, P.O.Box 4793, VientianeTel: 021 250 888www.parkviewexecutive.com

ディーローズホテル(D’Rose Hotel)339 Pangkham road, Sisaket village,Chanthabouly District,VientianeTel: 021 215 038 www.drosehotelvientiane.com

ディーローズ一番ホテル(D’Rose One Inn Hotel)Pangkham road, Sisaket village, Chanthabouly District, VientianeTel: 021 254 001-4www.drosehotelvientiane.com

AVホテル(AV Hotel)Samsenthai road, Chanthabouly District,P.O.Box 5149, VientianeTel: 021 265 085-6www.avhotel.info

マリナンプゲストハウス(Mali Namphu Guesthouse)33 Unit 10, Baan Phiwat, Sisattanak District, VientianeTel: 021 215 093 / 263 297www.malinamphu.comファミリーホテル(Family Hotel)Pangkham road, Sisaket village, Chanthabouly District, VientianeTel: 021 260 448 / 260 449www.familyhotellaos.com

サバイディーラオホテル(Sabaidee @ Lao Hotel)Pangkham Road, Sisaket Village, Chanthabouly District, VientianeTel: 021 265 141 / 265 152www.sabaideeatlaohotel.com

ノボテル(Novotel Hotel)Unit 10, Samsenthai Road, P.O.Box 585, Vientiane Tel: 021 213 [email protected]

ラオシルクホテル(Lao Silk Hotel)Francois Ngin Street, VientianeTel: 021 213 [email protected]

アンサラホテル(Ansara Hotel)P.O.Box 622, Quai Fa Ngum, Ban Vat ChanTha, Hom 5, Chanthabury District, VientianeTel: 021 213 514-8www.ansarahotel.com

リーラホテル(Le leela Hotel)33 Unit 10, Baan Phiwat, Sisattanak District, VientianeTel: 021 215 532www.leleela.com

タートルアン(That Luang)ラオスの象徴であり、最も神聖な仏塔の一つ。16世紀にセタティラート王により建立。国章にもその姿が描かれている。

ワットシーサケット(Wat Sisaket)ヴィエンチャンで唯一、シャム軍による1828年の侵略から逃れた寺院。

ワットホーパケオ(Wat Ho Phakeo)1565年に王家の礼拝堂として建立され、1551年にタイ北部から運ばれたエメラルド仏像の安置所とされた。仏像はタイ軍によって1778年にバンコクヘと再び持ち出された。寺院は1828年から1829年のタイ軍侵略により焼失したが1936年に再建され1993年に修繕された。19世紀のバンコク寺院に影響を受けたその独自の様式と仏教芸術は東南アジアにおいても有名。

タートダム(That Dam)“黒い塔”として知られ、地元の人々はここにかつて7頭の竜が住みシャム軍の侵略から町を守っていたと信じている。また、1828年にシャム軍によってヴィエンチャンが陥落した際に表面を覆っていた金が全て剥がし落とされたとも言われる。

パトゥーサイ(Patuxai)パトゥーサイ(勝利の門を意味する)は正式にはアヌサワリーと呼ばれ、ヴィエンチャンの中心に位置する。1962年~1968年の間にフランスとの独立戦争を戦い抜いた人々への尊敬の意を示すために建てられた。

ブッダパーク(ワットシェンクワン)Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan)ヴィエンチャンの南24kmのメコン河近くに位置する。その名の通り様々な仏像が境内に置かれており、ヒンズー哲学、神話、彫像を仏教徒融合させたことで有名な哲学者Bunleua Sulilatにより1958年に作られたとされる。 

情報元:www.visit-mekong.com

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サラナブティック(Salana Boutique)Chao Anou Road 112 Wat Chan Village, Chanthabouly District, VientianeTel: 021 254 252-5www.salanaboutique.com

ラオプラザホテル(Lao Plaza Hotel)63 Samsenethai Road, PO Box 6708, VientianeTel: 021 218 800www.laoplazahotel.comシティインホテル(City Inn Hotel)Pangkham St., Ban Sisakhet, Chanthabuly District, VientianeTel: 021 218 333www.cityinnvientiane.com

リバータイムエコロッジリゾート(Rivertime Ecolodge Resort)P.O. Box 5272, VientianeTel: 020 686 1166http://www.rivertimelaos.com/

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グリーンパークブティックホテル(Green Park Boutique Hotel)12 Khouvieng Road, P.O. BOX 9698, VientianeTEL: 021 [email protected] www.greenparkvientiane.com

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ShoppingT’Shop Lai Gallery / Les Artisans LaoVat Inpeng Street (behind Wat Inpeng), VientianeTel: 021 223 [email protected]://www.artisanslao.com

Laha BoutiqueFrancoignin St., Opposite Taipan HotelTel: 021 241 932http://www.lahasinh.com

KopnoiAbove Monument Books, Vientianehttp://www.madeinlaos.com

Mulberries Nokeo Khummane Road (opposite Douang Douane Hotel)[email protected]://www.mulberries.org

Noi Noi ShopAbove Hanahan Makphet, Settathirath Road, Vientiane.Tel: 020 24 88 [email protected]://www.friends-international.org

Lao Cotton State Enterprise, VientianeTel: 021 215 [email protected]

Lao Magic CarpetsLuang Prabang Road, VientianeTel: 021 [email protected]://www.magiclaocarpets.com

CAMACraftsNokeo Khummane Road (opposite Douang Douane Hotel)Tel: 021 561 [email protected]://www.camacrafts.org

Ekkalak LaoRoute 13, near Patuxai,VientianeTel: 021 263 [email protected]://www.laohandicrafts.com

Caruso LaoBan Phiavath #008 Fa Ngum RdTel: 021 223644 Fax: 021 [email protected]

D’Rose One Inn HotelPangkham road, Sisaket village, Chanth-abouly District, Vientiane021 254 001-4www.drose1inn.com

AV HotelSamsenthai road, Chanthabouly District, P.O.Box 5149, Vientiane021 265 085-6www.avhotel.info

Mali Namphu Guesthouse33 Unit 10, Baan Phiwat, Sisattanak District, Vientiane021 215 093 / 263 297www.malinamphu.com

Family HotelPangkham road, Sisaket village, Chanthabouly District, Vientiane021 260 448 / 260 449www.familyhotellaos.com

Sabaidee @ Lao HotelPangkham Road, Sisaket Village, Chanthabouly District, Vientiane021 265 141 / 265 152www.sabaideeatlaohotel.com

Mercure VientianeUnit 10, Samsenthai Road, P.O.Box 585, Vientiane021 213 [email protected]

Lao Silk HotelFrancois Ngin Street, Vientiane021 213 [email protected]

Ansara HotelP.O.Box 622, Quai Fa Ngum, Ban Vat Chan Tha, Hom 5, Chanthabury District, Vientiane021 213 514-8www.ansarahotel.com

Le Leela Hotel33 Unit 10, Baan Phiwat, Sisattanak District, Vientiane021 215 532www.leleela.com

Salana BoutiqueChao Anou Road 112 Wat Chan Village, Chanthabouly District, Vientiane021 254 252-5www.salanaboutique.com

Lao Plaza Hotel63 Samsenethai Road, PO Box 6708, Vientiane021 218 800www.laoplazahotel.com

City Inn HotelPangkham St., Ban Sisakhet, Chanthabuly District, Vientiane021 218 333www.cityinnvientiane.com

Rivertime Ecolodge ResortP.O. Box 5272, Vientiane020 686 1166http://www.rivertimelaos.com

Vansana Riverside HotelBan Sithan Neua,Chanthabuly District. Vientiane Capital021 252 090-7021 252 088

Accommodations 宿泊Avalon Hotel070 Rue Phnom Penh, Unit 8 Anou Village, Chanthabouly District, Vientiane021 263 597-8www.avalongbooking.com

Green Park Hotel12 Khouvieng Rd., P.O. BOX 9698, Vientiane021 264 097www.greenparkvientiane.com

Parkview HotelAvenue Souphanouvong, Sikottabong District, P.O.Box 4793, Vientiane021 250 888www.parkviewexecutive.com

D’Rose Hotel339 Pangkham road, Sisaket village, Chanthabouly District,Vientiane021 215 038www.drosehotelvientiane.com

AB ApartmentBan Sibounheuang, Chantabouly District,PO BOX 188 Vientiane CapitalTel: +856 21 263 253+856 20 5551 2828Fax: +856 21 222 565Email: [email protected]

Attractions 観光スポットThat LuangA symbol of Laos’s nationhood and the country’s most sacred Buddhist monument, That Luang was built in the 16th century under the rule of King Setthathirat. A symbol of the main stupa appears on the country’s national seal.

Wat SisaketThe only temple in Vientiane to survive the sacking of the city by the Siamese in 1828, Wat Sisaket is the oldest and considered by many to be the most interesting of the Laotian temples.

Wat Ho PhakeoThis temple was built in 1565 as a royal chapel and repository for the celebrated statue of the Emerald Buddha, which the Laotians had seized from Northern Thailand in 1551. The statue remained in the temple until 1778, when the Thais invaded and recaptured it, taking it to Bangkok. The temple was destroyed in 1828-1829 during the Thai sacking of Vientiane; rebuilt in 1936; and restored again in 1993. Inspired by a 19th century Bangkok temple style, it is renowned throughout Southeast Asia for its intrinsic value to Buddhist art.

That DamKnown as the ‘Black Stupa’, many locals believe this mythological structure was once inhabited by a seven-headed dragon (now dormant) that stood to protect the city from the threat of the Siamese. Another tale that does the rounds says that the gold that once graced the surface was taken when the Siamese army ransacked Vientiane back in 1828.

PatuxaiPatuxai (literally Victory Gate or Gate of Triumph), formerly the Anousavary or Anousavari Monument, is situated in the centre of Vientiane. Built between 1962 and 1968, the Laotians built it as a mark of respect for all those who fought in the struggle for independence from the French.

Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan)24km south of Vientiane, Buddha Park is in a field near the Mekong River. The park, as its name would suggest, is littered with religious sculptures and was built in 1958 by the philosopher Bunleua Sulilat who famously combined Buddhist and Hindu philosophy, mythology and iconography.

Our thanks for the information from www.visit-mekong.com

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Map: G-3 | Khunboulom road, Vientiane Capital

Tel: 021-252 555 | 020-5565 5499

Open Daily (10.00 AM-10.00 PM)

Next to Cultural Hall

Delivery Now Available! At The Pizza Company, Vientiane (Next to Cultural Hall)Open Daily (10.00 PM-09.00 PM)

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Get a breach of fresh air at The Pizza Company

(Vientiane) Map: F|4 & I|4 - Samsenthai Rd., Next to National Cultural Hall and opposite to Thai Consulate in Phonsinuan, Vientiane Capital. Phone: +856 21 254064

Who love ice cream? Raise your hand, Lao! Just nearby the first branch of The Pizza Company (Next to the Cultural Hall), the extraordinarily delicious ice cream the world had ever known, originally coming from America, you will find at Swensen’s. The store is outstanding with its warm and trendy ambience, colorful decor, friendly staffs and parking worry-free. The ultimate sundae experience is only available here with its extensive menu offering a wide variety of ice cream flavors as well as many signature sundaes. Every scoop is 100% premium quality providing a happy experience that you should never miss. Store opens daily from 10.00 AM – 10.00 PM.

Chilling at Swensen’s

(Vientiane) Map: F|4 - Samsenthai Rd., Next to National Cultural Hall, Vientiane CapitalPhone: +856 21 254064

Stepping into The Pizza Company, Vientiane is like stepping into a world class pizza restaurant. The first international franchise brand in town has proved its success with two branches in Laos; the first store located next to the Cultural Hall and the newest, second store just opposite the Thai Consulate in Phonsinuan. The Pizza Company is perfectly clean, has a relaxing ambience, continuous cool music, a comfortable and spacious dining area with some inside private tables, an open-air zone for those who enjoy breathing fresh air, and, finally, friendly staff. The menu is very extensive including appetizers, signature salad, pasta and of course their specialty pizza. It also has a private zone (on the 2nd floor) available at Cultural Hall branch for whoever wants to set up a party, business meeting, celebration or even a family get together. A hot and fast delivery service is also available; just call 1112. Open daily from 10.00 AM – 10.00 PM.

ピザカンパニーで一息ヴィエンチャンのピザカンパニーに一歩脚を踏み入れると、そこはまるでワールドクラスのピザレストランに来たかのような気分。市内に初めてできたフランチャイズブランド店は現在2店舗に増え、その成功が伺える。第一店舗は文化会館の隣、第2店舗はポンシーヌアンにあるタイ領事館の真向かいだ。レストラン内は非常に清潔で、リラックスできる雰囲気の中バックミュージックが絶えず流れ、スタッフは皆フレンドリーに対応してくれる。食事スペースは快適かつ広々としており、外のオープンエアースペースにもいくつか席があるので、外の空気を感じたい方にはそちらがおすすめ。メニューも豊富で前菜、シグネイチャーサラダ、そしてもちろんパスタが揃っている。2階には個室もあり、パーティー、会議、家族の会食などにも利用できる。デリバリーサービスもあって1112に電話するだけで迅速に届けてくれてとても便利。営業時間は毎日午前10時~午後10時まで。

スウェンセンに集まろう!アイスクリーム好き集まれ!!ピザカンパニー1号店に隣接した、アメリカからやってきた世界的有名アイスクリームショップ、スウェンセン。トレ ンディー、カラフルで暖かな雰囲気の室内、フレンドリーなスタッフ、広々とした駐車スペースでお店はいつも大繁盛。バラエティー豊かなアイスメニューの中でも、「アルティメイト・サンデー(ultimate sundae)」はこのお店でしか食べられない一品。スクープひとつひとつ味わう度に、幸せも一緒にたっぷり味わえるはず! 営業時間は毎日朝10時~夜10時まで。

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1716Souphanouvong Avenue, Sikhotabong District, Vientiane Capital P.O. Box 4793 Lao PDR

Tel: +856 21 250 888 Fax: +856 21 250 777 E-mail: [email protected]

Your Ultimate Choice of Comfort & Luxury Apartment Hotel

(Vientiane) Map: F|4 - Setthathilath Road, Chanthabury District,Vientiane Capital.

Benoni CaféWhether you want to grab a quick lunch or just simply want to escape from the outside heat to enjoy a cup of fine coffee or a delicious freshly made fruit juice, Benoni Café is the place to be! located in the heart of Vientiane, on the second floor of Phimphone Minimart opposite Khop Chai Deu Restaurant and Bar, Benoni Café is a modern style Italian-Asian café and is very popular among local expats. It provides a wide selection of tasty Eastern and Western dishes that are reasonably priced. You can finish your lunch with a delicious cup of Lao grown organic coffee together with a homemade dessert. It opens Monday to Saturday from 11.00 AM – 6.00 PM.

ささっとランチを済ませたい時、外の暑さから逃れてコーヒーやフルーツジュースを楽しみたい時、そんな時はベノニカ

フェ!ヴィエンチャンの中心部にあり、コプチャイドゥーレストランの向かい、ピンポンマーケットの2階に位置する絶好の

ロケーション。ベノニカフェは在住外国人から人気ナンバー1の現代風のイタリアンーアジアンスタイルのカフェ。アジア

料理、西洋料理がリーズナブルに楽しめる。食後にはラオ有機コーヒーや手作りケーキも。営業時間は月-土の朝11時

から夕方6時まで。

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La Cantine

(Vientiane) Map: G|3 - French Center, Lanexang Avenue, Vientiane Capital (Next to Beeline office).Tel : (856-21) 21 57 64 #122

Located inside the French Institute, La Cantine is the only place where you can escape from the heat and noisy traffic of Lanexang Avenue and enjoy the quietness of a tropical garden. After your meal, Lao coffee, homemade ice cream and chocolates will surely make you refreshing and joyful. Since 2003, La Cantine has been serving French traditional menu and Asian food. Starting from breakfast, you can enjoy bistrot dishes until 8.00 in the evening and get free Wi-Fi. If you are looking for a comfortable place where you can experience good value, quick service and tasty food with reasonable price, La Cantine is an ideal café for your excellent choice in Vientiane!

ビエンチャンで指折りの癒しカフェフレンチインスティテュートの中に併設されているLa Cantineは、ランサーン通りの喧騒と外の暑さから逃れ、トロピカルな庭で静けさを楽しむことができるオアシスだ。食事後のラオコーヒーや手作りアイスクリーム、チョコレートなどのデザートが体を癒してくれる。La Cantineは2003年から伝統的なフレンチ料理とアジア料理を提供しており、朝食の時間から夜8時までビストロ料理を楽しむことができ、無料WIFIもある。リーズナブルで迅速なサービス、おいしい料理を楽しむことのできる場所をさがしているなら、La Cantineはビエンチャンでのベストチョイスとなる理想的なカフェだ。

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ラッシュミープラザホテルRashmiプラザホテルは、独自のテイストで顧客をより満足させるために、スタジオリビングからプレジデンシャルスイートまで、10種類の異なる雰囲気を楽しめる客室を53室提供している。無料のミニバー、電子レンジ、フラットスクリーンテレビ、Wi-Fiが各部屋に用意されており、また、パーティー、会議、集会等にも対応できる施設も完備している。メコン川を望む景色とともに、1日16時間オープンしているサウナ、リラックスした時間をすごせるGiriya Mantra Spaなどが入ったオリンピックフィットネスセンターも使用でき、夜にはプールも併設された屋上のバーも楽しめる。出張などの滞在では必要なもの全てが客室内で事足り、会議やイベント用に200人以上収容可能なファンクションルームもある。現在、グランドオープンに向け、7階では滞在時にアウトドアスポーツが楽しめるよう、ミニゴルフ場を開発中だ。ラッシュミープラザホテルはビジネス客、旅行客問わず全ての客の滞在を歓迎している。次回のヴィエンチャン滞在には、ラッシュミーで寛ぎの時間をすごしてみてはどうだろうか。

06 Ban Piawat, Rue Fa Ngum, Sisattanak District, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDRTel: (+865) 21-244 288. Fax: (+856) 21-244 111-2. Email: [email protected]

www.donchanpalacelaopdr.com

Re-opening in October 2012

Don Chan PalaceHotel & Convention Vientiane

Rashmi’s The Plaza Hotel

(Vientiane) Map: I|8 - KM. 3, Thadeua Road, Ban Beungkhayong, Sisattanak District, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR, Phone: (856) 21-315088

With unique tastes to satisfy each and every customer, Rashmi’s Plaza Hotel offers 10 different ambiances within its 53 units ranging from Studio Living to Presidential Suites. Along with its complimentary mini bar, microwave, flat screen TV, and Wi-Fi for every room, the hotel also comes equipped with state of the art event planning for parties, meetings, and get-togethers.With an expansive view of the Mekong River, Rashmi’sPlaza offers you the option of enjoying the experience of its Olympic Fitness Center including: its sauna and steam rooms, opening 16 hours each day; a relaxing time in the Giriya Mantra Spa; or a night time view on the rooftop grill and bar that includes a pool. For your business trips, Rashmi’s has all of your needs covered within your room, as well as a function room for more than 200 people for all your business meetings or special events. Preparing for the grand opening, a miniature golf facility is being developed on the 7th floor of the hotel,adding outdoor activities to what you can enjoy during your visit. Rashmi’s welcomes all customers visiting for business or pleasure; given all the wonderful services Rashmi’s Plaza Hotel has to offer, don’t forget to consider them the next time you book a stay in Vientiane for a truly relaxing visit.

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Ban Nakham, Sikhottabong, Vientiane Capital Tel: +856-21 254-233. Fax: +856-21 254-234E-mail: [email protected] w w.daok hamhotel .com

FACILITIES:• Valet parking• Restaurant• Parking• Meeting and Conference facilities• Internet Wi-Fi• Daily housekeeping service• Conventional Hall• 24 hours Front Desk Service

Situated just a few minutes from the centre of Vientiane. Dao Kham is a brand new 3.5 star hotel. Luxury and comfortable accommodations, fine dinning restaurant, friendly services and a cutting edge convention center make us an ideal choice for leisure and business travelers.

ワインバー & カクテルラウンジワイン’95はBebe VilivongとNini Vilivong姉妹が経営するワインバーだ。姉妹の父親はラオス最大のワイン輸入業者のひとりであるMr.Vansom氏である。彼女たちのワインバーは2012年4月より、独自のオリジナルカクテルや厳選されたワインを提供している。ワインリストは世界中から50以上のワインを揃えている。2階には友達同士の集まりに適したゆったりと寛げるソファーやイスが用意されている。1階に様々なワインボトルが週毎に入れ替わる自動ディスペンサーがあり、よく訓練されたフレンドリーなスタッフがワイン愛好家たちを毎週違ったテイストで満足させている。ヴィエンチャンを訪れたなら、Wine’95はおいしいカクテルやグラスワイン、サラミやハムのプレートなどを楽しみながらリラックスした寛ぎの時間をすごすのに最適な場所のひとつだ。

(Vientiane) Map: F|4 - Setthathilath Road, Chanthabury District,Vientiane Capital.

Wine’95 is owned and operated by two bright sisters BebeVilivong and NiniVilivong whose father, Mr.Vansom,.is a wine lover and one of the biggest wine importers in Laos Their wine bar started serving unique signature cocktails and carefully-selected wines in April 2012. The wine list features more than 50 wines from all over the world. Upstairs, there is a lounge with comfortable couches and chairs suitable for groups of friends to get together. Downstairs is a classy bar with automatic wine dispensers where various wine bottles are rotated weekly. Service is provided by well-trained and friendly staff to make for a perfect setting for all wine-lovers to enjoy a variety of tastes each week.

While visiting Vientiane Capital, Wine ’95 is an ideal place for relaxation and comfort, allowing you to stop and enjoy a nice refreshing cocktail, a glass of wine or a plate of ‘charcuterie’.

Wine’95Wine Bar & Cocktail Lounge

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ロングムビューリゾートターラート、ヴィエンチャンヴィエンチャンから車で約1時間半のターラートにあるロングムビューリゾートは、友達や家族と一緒にリラックスするために週末出かけるのに最適な場所だ。ラオスタイルのヴィラや高台からの眺めが楽しめるホテルの客室に滞在でき、目覚めると日の出やナムグムダムのパノラマビューが目に飛び込んでくるだろう。ボートにのって魚釣りを楽しんだり、湖に浮かぶ島々を探検したり。他にもクルーズ、サイクリング、カヤック、バナナボート、ジェットスキーなど、湖や山の雄大な景色のなか様々なアクティビティを楽しむことができる。

Located in the village of Thalat, about one-hour’s drive north of Vientiane, Long Ngum View Resort is a perfect place for friends or family to get away and relax on a weekend. Either staying in a Lao style house or in a cliff view hotel room you can be sure of waking up to the sunrise and the panoramic views of the Nam Ngum Reservoir, just outside your front door.You can spend the day fishing from a boat, exploring one of the lake’s many islands, or just enjoying some of the wide range of activities you are able to chose from, such as a relaxing cruise, cycling, kayaking, banana boating or jet ski riding on this lake with some of the most spectacular views and mountain scenery to be found on earth.

Long Ngum View Resort Thalat, Vientiane Province

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Article & photo by Nalonglith Norasing

Nam-Ngum Dam in Memory Thalat, Vientiane Province

Over the years, when someone asking “where should we go for a relaxing time and some fish”, mostly the answer was “Let’s go to the Dam site for a meal of fish”. “The Dam” meant the Nam Ngum Dam, a hydropower electricity dam located some 90 kilometres north of Vientiane Capital.

昔も今でも、リラックスできて魚釣りができるとこってどこかな?と誰かに聞かれると、ほとんどの場合「じゃあダムに魚食べに行こう!」と答える。つまりはヴィエンチャンから北へ90km地点に位置する、発電所があるナムグムダムのことだ。

These days the Nam Ngum Dam is officially known as “Nam Ngum 1” as two more hydropower dams are currently under construction on the same river. The Nam Ngum Dam was initially built in order to block the flow of Nam Ngum River that originated from its sources in Xiengkhuang Province. The first phase of construction started in 1968 and ended in 1976 with assistance provided by various countries.

現在ナムグムダムは“ナムグム1”として知られており、その他2箇所の水力発電ダムが現在建設中だ。ナムグムダムはシェンクワン県が源流のナムグム川からの流れを堰きとめるために建てられたものだ。建設の第一フェーズは1968年に開始し、様々な国からの援助で1976年に完成した。

Over the past ten years, I have shared the experience of many other people, enjoying the trip to Nam Ngum Dam. I am in love with the attractive scenery made up of so much natural forest and seen from so far away; this cheers me up every time I am there. Beside the beautiful forest, there is the panoramic view of the huge lake itself. This vast pond attracts many visitors who share the obsession with such a beautiful perspective.

過去10年の間、私も例にもれず、遠くから望むことのできる自然の森の景色に魅入られ、ナムグムダムへ遊びに行くことを好み、その素晴らしい景色は行く度に私を元気付けてくれた。美しい森に加え、巨大な湖とも比較できるほどの広大な池の眺めは、こだわりの風景愛好家を惹きつけてきた。

Especially during a sunset or when the sunlight catches the waves, a beautiful shiny surface is created on the water like a painting done by a famous painter. The way of life of the local people living near the dam can also be seen in its picturesque perspective which again fascinates me, especially the fishing activity both upstream and downstream of the dam. In

the old times, many kinds of fish could easily be found in the river and the fish caught by the local people were sold in the Thalat Market as well as from the “fish shop” raft at the dam site. The fish available in this area is delicious with a good smell and sweet taste, no matter how you cook them. My favourite item on the menu is the local sour soup (Kaengsom Pa), combined with local herbs (phak phaeo and phak samek), presenting the unique characteristic of the Upstream Dam Sour Fish Soup (Keangsom Pa Nakheuan).

特に、夕陽が沈み湖とぶつかりあうその時は、夕陽がきらきらと水面を照らし、まるで著名な画家の作品かのように美しい光景を作り出す。また、ダム周辺に住んでいる地元の人々の暮らし、特にダムの上流・下流で魚を捕まえている人々の姿がまるで絵画のように目にすることができ、私はその景色に魅了される。昔は地元の人々が獲った様々な種類の魚がターラート市場やダムに浮かぶいかだで売られているのをよく見かけたものだ。この地域で獲れる魚はどのように料理しても、味も香りも良くとてもおいしかった。私のお気に入りの料理は、ダム上流の魚を使った酸味のあるスープ(ゲーンソムパーナクアン)独特の特徴である、地元でとれるハーブ(パックペオとパックサメック)を使ったローカルスタイルの酸味のあるスープ(ゲーンソムパー)だ。

At the present time, catching large fish is hardly possible in this area. This might be cause by the fact that nature has not been able to respond to the high demand of the people visiting Thalat and the Nam Ngum Dam, as well as the high fish consumption demanded by the large population in Vientiane Capital. No matter in which direction society or the people’s livelihood changes as a consequence of development, the Nam Ngum Dam will still maintain its natural charm - this will never fade away. Whenever I have a chance to visit this place, past memories always come quickly to mind. If you have some time to spare, please come and visit - and see if you will have the same feeling as I do.

I will never forget Nam Ngum Dam.

現在このエリアでは大きな魚が獲れる事は少なくなった。これはターラートやナムグムダムを訪れる人々の高い需要に、自然が対応しきれなくなったことが原因だろう。また、ヴィエンチャン都など人口の多い都市による魚の消費量の増加も原因と見られる。社会や人々の生活が、開発に伴いどの方向に向かって変化していくかに関わらず、ナムグムダムは未だその自然の特性を維持し、失っていない。あの場所に行くときはいつでも、以前の思い出が脳裏に蘇る。もしチャンスがあれば、私と同じ様な気分になるかどうか、確かめに是非足を運んで欲しい。

“思い出のナムグムダム”

Tel: (+856) 21 214 872, 30 526 4371, 20 224 99999; E-mail: [email protected]

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Boun Bangfai

Photos byMaxie,Pong &

Bay Langkorng

Article by Somsanouk Mixay

“If many Bangfai have been successfully fired, the rain will generously fall on the earth and the harvest will be bountiful”.

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The excitement of the celebrations of Pimai, the Lao New Year in the fifth month of the Lao calendar (mid-April), has now calmed down. According to the Hit Sipsong Khong sipsee, the Book of 12 festivals and 14 traditions of Laos, the sixth month is devoted to the spirits. People pay homage to the foundation pillars and the major spirit houses of

their towns and villages, and ask for protection by bringing offerings of food to the protectors. Moreover, an important Buddhist festival is held in the sixth month. It is Boun Visakha Bouca, the Commemoration of the Birth, Enlightenment and Death of Lord Buddha (this year it falls on June 4). In the evening, devotees participate in candlelit processions around the Viharn, the main sanctuary of the temple in their village.Then, it is time to prepare for the cultivation season. However, it is still the dry season. The sun continues to scorch the earth and the heat is more and more unbearable. Peasants must start to grow rice, especially sticky rice, the staple food of the Lao people. Rice cultivation needs a lot of water. So the people must call for rain by resorting to the age-old tradition of Boun Bangfai, the Rocket Festival. (Bangfai means tube of fire.)Rockets are commissioned by districts and villages, by individual families or by commercial enterprises. The rockets are first brought in a procession to the spirit house of the village to be presented to the local protector to request a successful launching, good rain and abundant harvest. Then, they are paraded from house to house amidst the sounds of chants, drums and gongs. At each house alcohol flows, uninterrupted. Before the rockets get to the launching pad, the participants are, of course fairly tipsy.The launching pad consists of scaffolding made up of tree trunks or bamboo and usually resting on a big tall tree located on the edge of the village, mostly next to the temple. Bangfai have to queue at the launching pad. Before being fired each rocket must be “washed”. That means the powder has to be humidified and softened, otherwise, the rocket would explode immediately. Each rocket specialist has his own recipe for the washing of the rocket. When the rocket is fired, the powder in the front is designed to burns first and the tail then burns last. So, as the fuse is lit, the whole gathered assembly holds its breath. Fire or not fire? Fly or not fly? The team responsible for the rocket is on the scaffolding, helping it with erotic gestures. And, when the rocket lifts up in a cloud of smoke, a huge hooray resounds. Hundreds of eyes follow its trajectory until it disappears over the horizon. Officials posted in the landing area measure how far it has gone and communicate the results to the organizers. At the end of the festival awards are presented to the winners. If many Bangfai have been successfully fired, the rain will generously fall on the earth and the harvest will be bountiful.

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ラオス歴の5月(4月中旬)のピーマイ(ラオス正月)祝いの大騒ぎがようやく鎮まった。ラオスの12の祭りと14の伝統についての書籍、『ヒットスィップソンコンスィップスィー(Hit Sipsong Khong sipsee)』によると、6月は精霊に祈りを捧げる月だという。人々は町や村の礎となる柱や、主要な精霊の家に食物をお供えし、御加護を請い祈る。また、6月にはある重要な仏教行事が行われる。それはヴィサカブカ祭り(仏誕節)といい、今年は6月4日であった。その日の夕方には多くの信者が、Viharnという寺院の本殿を蝋燭を持って行進する。その後はまだ乾季ではあるが収穫の準備の季節となる。太陽は大地を照らし続け、熱さはますます耐え難いものとなってくる。農家たちは稲、特にラオスの人々の主食となるもち米の稲を植え始める。稲の栽培には多くの水が必要となる。そのため彼らはバンファイ祭り、つまりロケット祭りという昔からの伝統的な方法で雨乞いをする必要がある。ロケットは各郡、村あるいは各家庭や会社から託される。ロケットはまず村の精霊の住む家へ行進しながら運ばれ、地元の保護者へ捧げられ、祭りの成功、降雨、豊作を願う。そして村人たちによる歌や太鼓、銅鑼の音に囲まれながら家から家まで行進していく。各家庭で絶え間なくお酒を飲むため、ロケットが発射台に到着するまでに、参加者はかなり酔っ払っているのは言うまでもない。

ロケット発射台は木の幹や竹で作られた足場もついており、たいていは寺の隣など村の端にある大きく背の高い木の上に設置される。バンファイ(ロケット)は発射台の上に並べられるが、各ロケットは点火の前に“洗わ”なければならない。これは、火薬を湿らせて柔らかくしないと、ロケットがすぐに爆発してしまうからだ。職人はそれぞれ独自にロケットを洗う方法を持っている。ロケットに点火されると、前方の火薬に先に火が付き、それから最後に後方が燃える。ヒューズが点滅するように、全体の組立は形を残したままだ。ロケット担当するチームは、足場の上に立ち、エロティックなジェスチャーなどをしてロケットの打ち上げを援護する。そしてロケットが雲や煙の中へと打ち上げられると大きな歓声があがる。ロケットが地平線に消えて見えなくなるまで、多くの観客がその軌跡を見つめる。到着場に配置された係員はどれだけ飛んだかを測定し、祭りの最後に祭り運営者と結果を協議し、優勝者を表彰する。 多くのロケットがうまく発射されれば、雨に恵まれ、豊作となるだろう、と信じられている。

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子どもの日タイガーヘッド飲料水で2012年を幸せに!“タイガーヘッド飲料水で2012年を幸せに”と題した子どもの日記念イベントの第二回目が、2012年6月1・2日にヴィエンチャンのITECCで、タイガーヘッド飲料水の協力のもと教育省の主催で開催された。同イベントは伝統舞踊コンテストを通して小学生たちに彼らの才能を見出す機会を与えることを目的とし、今年は30校の学校がコンテストに参加した。また、環境汚染に関する意識向上のため、“環境を守ろう、世界を守ろう”というテーマで絵画コンテストを行い、多くの児童がこぞって参加した。全イベントは参加無料で行われた。

Photos by Judy Souvannavong

Children’s Day

The second annual celebration of Children’s Day under the title of ‘Tigerhead Drinking Water leads to happiness 2012’ was held from 1-2 June 2012 at Lao ITECC, Vientiane Capital and was hosted by the Ministry of Education, in cooperation with Tigerhead

Drinking Water. The event aimed to encourage and offer an opportunity for young primary school children to show their talents through the Traditional Dance Competition. This year there were 30 schools participating in the competition. Additionally, in order to raise awareness about protection of the environment, a Drawing and Painting Competition with the theme “Save the Environment, Save the World” was organised. Hundreds of children showed great interest and enrolled in the competition.All the games and activities during the festival were free of charge.

Tigerhead Drinking Water leads to happiness 2012

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Fête de la MusiqueArticle and photos By Phoonsab Thevongsa

The ‘Fête de la Musique’ has been organised in June of each year since 2003, offering an opportunity for exchanges between professional and amateur musicians and anyone who loves music and wants to show their talent on stage. This year, the highlight of the festival was ‘Success’, an electro-rock music band from France, featured with 24 other bands performing on three different stages in Vientiane, including the French Institute, the National Circus and Khop Chai Deu restaurant.

Photos (on this page) by Judy Souvannavong

“Fête de la Musique音楽祭”は2003年6月から毎年開催されており、ステージで自分の才能を披露したい、プロ・アマのミュージシャンと音楽愛好家に交流の場を提供している。今年はフランスからのエレクトロロックバンド“Success”を目玉に、ヴィエンチャンのフレンチインスティテュート、国立サーカス、コプチャイドゥーレストランの3つのステージで24のバンドがパフォーマンスを行った。

音楽祭

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LUANG PRABANGTown guide

HOTEL . BOUTIQUE . ANTIQUE

057 Photisarath Road • Ban That Luang • Luang Prabang • Lao P.D.R • tel: (+856 71) 253 491 • fax: (+856) 71 253 418 • E-Mail: [email protected]

www.satrihouse.com

Located in the heart of the city, Satri House was built at the turn of the last century as the residence of Prince Souphanouvong.

Satri House is one of the most exquisite places in Luangprabang, designed with a style inspired by Lao culture and set in a truly relaxing environment. Here you can enjoy private moments to yourself and really unwind or sit and watch the everyday life of local people from your balcony.

The 25 rooms and suites are furnished with superior crafted wood furniture, oversized balconies, spacious bathrooms with rain shower and separate toilet room, and bathtubs in the Suites. Facilities include a restaurant, garden bar, library, outdoor swimming pools and spa.

A historic destination, a unique design

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ເລກທີ 56, ໜ່ວຍ 03, ບ້ານ ວຽງໄຊ, ເມືອງ ຫລວງພະບາງNo. 56, Unit 03, Ban Viengxay, Luangprabang district, Luangprabang Province

Tel: 071-21 4444. Fax: 071-21 3456

パックラックパックラックはルアンパバーンで指折りの美味しいワインとカクテルの店だ。地元の在住外国人やNGOスタッフに大人気。フランス、イタリア、スペイン、ポ ルトガル、オーストラリア、南アフリカ、チリなど世界各国から幅広いワインを取り揃えている。フランスのシャンパン、世界各国のスパークリングワイン、 カクテル、その他もリーズナブルな価格で楽しめる。洗練されたつ快適なアームチェアーに身を沈め、道行く人をテラスから眺めながらワインを楽しむ素晴 らしい時間。行き届いた設備に、フレンドリーなサービス、そしてリラックスできる音楽が、パックラックを素敵な社交場にする。

(Luangprabang) Map: C|3 - Ban Wat Nong, Luangprabang. Tel: (+856) 71-253 373, 20 5928 8867.Website: www.packluck.com

Pack Luck is one of Luang Prabang’s amazing wine bars and liquor shops. It is very popular with local expats and NGO workers .The wine menu here lists a wide range of labels from France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Australia, South Africa and Chile. French Champagne and sparkling wines from around the world, as well as cocktails and regular drinks, are also available at reasonable prices. Sit yourself down in a sophisticated but comfortable armchair on the little outdoor terrace overlooking the road to enjoy a glass of wine, always something great to experience.Being well-appointed, with friendly service and relaxing music, this makes Pack Luck a nice place to socialize and relax.

Luang Prabang

Pack luck Classy Cocktail and Wine Bar

Originalクラシカルなカクテル&ワインバー

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(Luangprabang) Map: C|3 - Ban Wat Nong, Luang Prabang. Tel: (+856) 71-252 482E-mail: [email protected]; www.elephant-restau.com

L’Eléphant Vert Ethno Botanical Living Cuisine& Gourmet Products

Coconut GardenCoconut Garden is run by the same people who own the famous French cuisine, L’Elephant, in Luang Prabang. Coconut Garden is centrally located on SisavangVong road, which runs

up through the middle of the old town. On this road you can find a row of restaurants, bars and boutiques in the heart of everything. Coconut Garden is mostly an outdoor setting with a small building in the middle. There is a big courtyard in front and a much larger patio out back. If you want to experience authentic Lao or Luang Prabang dishes with mild but delicious taste, Coconut Garden is highly recommended! All their tasty dishes are moderate portions of well prepared cuisine. Try not to overdo the dishes you choose as you may miss one of the mouthwatering, delicious cakes.

L’ElephantVert is the first ethno- botanical “living cuisine” in Luang Prabang and also in Laos. It is the latest restaurant

made possible by the same people who run the highly regarded L’Elephant restaurant and Coconut Garden. This new restaurant is

just right behind L’Elephant restaurant. Its well-laid out green room tastefully creates a sense of fresh and healthy cuisine. Here everything is herbal . The presentation is very neat and appealing to the eye. The dishes on the menu are plant-based combinations of fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, seeds, leaves and edible flowers, all of which are locally sourced, seasonal, pesticide-free and GMO free, making L’ElepantVert an essential destination for fruit and vegetable lovers. It’s pretty certain that you will not miss any of the vital enzymes and nutrients your body needs each day while you are in Luang Prabang.

ココナッツガーデンココナッツガーデンは、ルアンパバーンの有名フレン「ル・エレファント」レストランと同じオーナーの経営。古都ルアンパバーンの旧市街の真ん中を通るシーサワンヴォン通り中心部に位置する。この通りには数多くのレストラン、 バー、ブティックがたち並ぶ。ココナッツガーデンは真ん中の小さな建物の周りにオープンエアーの席が用意され、大きな中庭が店の入り口と奥にあ る。マイルドで美味しい本格的なラオス料理・ルアンパバーン料理を体験したければ、このお店がイチ押し!どの料理も適度な量で色々楽しめる。美味しいから といってあまり食べ過ぎると、満腹になって食後のおいしいケーキを逃してしまうので注意して!

ル・エレファント・ヴェールル・エレファント・ヴェールはルアンパバーンで、そしてラオスでも初の民族植物学的“リビングフード”レストランだ。由緒あるル・エレファントレストランやココナッツガーデンと同じオーナーがオープンした最新のレストランで、ル・エレファントの後ろに位置する。綺麗に内装された緑色の部屋が新鮮でヘルシーな料理を演出する。この店の料理はすべて薬膳のもので、盛り付けも非常にきれい。ここのメニューは植物を基本に、地元でとれた季節のフルーツ、野菜、ハーブ、スパイス、種、葉、食用花を用い、さらに農薬/遺伝子組み換えフリーの食材を使っており、果物や野菜愛好家にうってつけのレストランとなっている。ここを訪れれば体が欲する全てのビタミンや酵素・栄養素が摂取できること間違いなし!

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Accommodations宿泊

VANG VIENG バンビエン

Ban Sabai Riverside BungalowsSisavang Rd, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511088 Fax: +856 21 511403Email: [email protected]

Champa Lao Bungalow & The VillaVang Vieng Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 20 55018501Email: [email protected]

Domon GuesthouseSavang Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511210Email: [email protected]

Inthira HotelSavang Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511 070

Khampaseuth Hotel13 Rd, Huay sa ngao village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511788Fax: +856 23 511799Email: [email protected]

Kiane Thong GuesthouseViengkeo Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511069Fax: +856 23 511669www.kanaeng.com/kianethong.htm

Malany VillaSavang Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511632Fax: +856 23 511583Email: [email protected]

Moradok II ResortVang Vieng Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511488Fax: +856 23 511488Email: [email protected]

Mountain Riverview GuesthouseVang Vieng Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511699

Pany GuesthouseViengkeo Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 20 55624444

Phou Ang Kham13 Rd north, Vang Vieng Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511856Fax: +856 23 511586Email: [email protected]

Popular View GuesthouseTel: +856 23 511435+856 20 2224 4617Fax: +856 23 511181

Seng Aloun Guest HouseSavang Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511203

Thavisouk Hotel and ResortMeuangsong Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511340Email: [email protected] www.thavisouk.com

Thavonsouk ResortVang Vieng Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511096Fax: +856 23 511215Email: [email protected]

The Elephant Crossing HotelViengkeo village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511232Fax: +856 23 511232Email: info@theelephantcrossinghotel.comwww.theelephantcrossinghotel.com

The Terrace @ Song RiverTel: +856 723 511715Email: [email protected]

V.L.T Natural ToursVang Vieng Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511369Email: [email protected] [email protected] www.vangviengtour.com

Vang Vieng GuesthouseSavang Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511058

Vang Vieng ResortMeuangsong Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511050Fax: +856 23 511378Email: [email protected]

Vansana Hotel - Vang ViengSaysavang Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511598-9, 511600-1,Fax: +856 23 511602

Viengsavanh GuesthouseKangmeuang Rd, Viengkeo Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511112Fax: +856 23 511112Email: [email protected]

Vilayvong GuesthouseViengkeo village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511703Fax: +856 23 511673Email: [email protected] www.Vilayvong-Guest House.com

Villa Nam SongVang Vieng Village, Vang Vieng Tel: +856 23 511637Fax: +856 23 511016Email: [email protected]

Villa Vang Vieng RiversideViengkeo village, Vang ViengTel: +856 23 511460Fax: +856 23 511188Email: [email protected] www.villavangvieng.com

LUANG PRABANG ルアンパバーン

3 Nagas97/5, Ban Vatnong, Sakkaline Road,Luang Prabang, Lao PDRTel: +856 71 253888Fax: +856 71 253999Email: [email protected]

Ban Lao Hotel Thammamikalath Road, Ban Mano P.O. Box 888, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 252078 Fax: +856 71 212683 Email: [email protected] www.banlaohotel.com

La Residence Phouvao P.O. Box 50, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 212530 Fax: +856 71 212534 Email: [email protected] www.residencephouvao.com

Le Palais Juliana Luang Prabang Chao Phetsalath Street, Ban Sangkalok, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 254542 Fax: +856 71 254542 www.lepalaisjuliana.com

Maison Dalabua Hotel Ban Thatluang, Phothisarath Road, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 255588 Fax: +856 71 253914 Email: [email protected]

Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel Chao Fa Ngum Road, Ban Thatluang, P.O. Box 741, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 254609 Fax: +856 71 212577 Email: [email protected] www.angsana.com

Manoluck Hotel 121/3, Ban Phongkham, Phouvao Road, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 212250 Fax: +856 71 212508 Email: [email protected] www.manoluckhotel.com

Mouang Luang Hotel Bounkhong Road, P.O. Box 779, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 212190 Fax: +856 71 212790 Email: [email protected] www.hotelinlaos-vicogroup.com

Muangthong Hotel Ouparath Khambua Road, Ban Thatluang, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 254976 Fax: +856 71 252974 Email: [email protected] www.muangthonglpb.com

Phousi Hotel Setthathirath Road, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 212192 Fax: +856 71 212719 Email: [email protected] www.laos-info.com

Sanakeo Hotel Phouvao Road, Ban Pongkham, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 252992 Fax: +856 71 253050 Email: [email protected]

Satri House 057, Phothisarath Road, Ban Thatluang, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 253491 Fax: +856 71 253418 Email: [email protected] www.satrihouse.com

Shinta Mani Luang Prabang Phou Meo, Thai Lao Friendship Road, P.O. Box 675, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 260560 Fax: +856 71 260290 www.shintamani.com

Sofimek 57/8, Unit 4, Souvannabanlang Road, Ban Pakham, P.O. Box 1172, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 260410 Fax: +856 71 260412 Email: [email protected]

Sokdee Residence Luang Prabang Ban Vatnong, Kounxoa Road, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 252555 Fax: +856 71 260396 Email: [email protected] www.sokdeeresidence.com

The Chang Heritage Hotel 44-47, Unit 03, Khiri Village, Kingitsarath Road, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 255031 Fax: +856 71 255031 Email: [email protected] www.the-chang.com

The Chang Inn 93, Unit 03, Phonheuang Village, Sakharin Road, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 253553 Fax: +856 71 253553 Email: [email protected] www.the-chang.com

The Grand Luang PrabangBan Xiengkeo, Khet Sangkalok, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 253851 Fax: +856 71 253027 www.grandluangprabang.com

The View Pavilion Ban Khili, Sakkarine Road, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 253918 Fax: +856 71 212033 Email: [email protected] www.theviewpavilion.com

Vang Thong HotelBan Nongkham, Phousi market Road, Luang Prabang Tel: +856 71 260300 Fax: +856 71 260301 Email: [email protected] www.vangthonghotel.com

Villa Chitdara Khounsua Road, Ban Vatnong, Luang Prabang, Lao PDR Tel: +856 71 254949 Fax: +856 71 254949 Email: [email protected] www.villachitdara.com

Villa Maly P.O. Box 158, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 253903 Fax: +856 71 254912 Email: [email protected] www.villa-maly.com

Villa Saykham P.O. Box 696, Sisavang Wattana Road, Xiengmouane Village, Luang PrabangTel: +865 71 254223 Fax: +856 71 254214 Email: [email protected]

---Essentials その他

Adam’s Climbing SchoolVang ViengTel: +856 5501 0832+856 20 5521 6846Email: [email protected]

T.C.K. Amazing ToursSaysavang Village, Vang ViengTel: +856 20 5533 9301Email: [email protected]

All Lao Travel Service13/7 Sisavangvong Road, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 253 522Fax: +856 71 253 523Email: [email protected]

Lao Sky Trop Co Ltd47, Unit 03, Sisavangvong Rd., Ban Xieng-mouan, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 255 008

BCELBan Phonpheng, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 253 673

Lao Development BankVisounnalat Road, Ban VisounTel: +856 71 212 723 Luang Prabang Handicraft Shop50, Unit 03, Ban Xiengmouan, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 252 310

Ock Pop Tok Tectile Gallery & Weaving Centre73/5, Unit 02, Ban Watnong, Luang PrabangTel: +856 71 252 219

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Lao AirlinesFlight Schedule

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FLT No Days Routing Dep Arr AC STP

QV414 Daily VTE BKK 07:30 08:35 320 0QV415 247 VTE BKK 16:15 17:50 AT7 0QV415 1356 VTE BKK 16:40 17:50 320 0QV4571 Daily VTE BKK 13:50 14:55 734 0QV4575 Daily VTE BKK 21:50 22:55 734 0QV424 Daily BKK VTE 09:35 10:45 320 0QV425 247 BKK VTE 18:55 20:40 AT7 0QV425 1356 BKK VTE 18:55 20:05 320 0QV4570 Daily BKK VTE 11:45 12:55 734 0QV4574 Daily BKK VTE 19:55 21:05 734 0

QV312 Daily VTE HAN 15:15 16:25 320 0QV920 Daily VTE HAN 19:35 20:35 320 0QV322 Daily HAN VTE 17:25 18:35 320 0QV921 Daily HAN VTE 09:40 10:45 320 0

QV921 Daily VTE PNH 11:30 13:00 320 0QV920 Daily PNH VTE 17:30 18:50 320 0

QV512 2457 VTE REP 06:30 09:25 AT7 PKZQV522 2457 REP VTE 10:05 13:00 AT7 PKZ

QV535 247 VTE SIN 15:40 19:40 320 0QV545 247 SIN VTE 20:40 22:40 320 0

QV515 136 VTE SGN 08:30 12:30 AT7 PKZQV525 136 SGN VTE 13:30 17:30 AT7 PKZ

QV817 Daily VTE KMG 07:20 09:50 320 0QV827 Daily KMG VTE 10:50 11:20 320 0

QV635 23567 LPQ CNX 13:10 14:10 AT7 0QV645 23567 CNX LPQ 15:05 16:05 AT7 0

QV818 247 LPQ JHG 11:20 12:20 AT7 0QV828 247 JHG LPQ 13:00 14:00 AT7 0

QV633 Daily LPQ BKK 07:30 09:10 AT7 0QV643 Daily BKK LPQ 10:20 12:00 AT7 0

QV513 1356 LPQ REP 10:55 14:20 AT7 PKZQV931 Daily LPQ REP 10:20 11:40 F70 0QV523 1356 REP LPQ 15:00 18:10 AT7 PKZQV930 Daily REP LPQ 12:20 13:40 F70 0

QV930 Daily LPQ HAN 14:25 15:15 F70 0QV313 Daily LPQ HAN 17:10 18:10 AT7 0QV931 Daily HAN LPQ 08:35 09:35 F70 0QV323 Daily HAN LPQ 18:50 19:50 AT7 0

QV512 2457 PKZ REP 08:25 09:25 AT7 0QV513 1356 PKZ REP 13:20 14:20 AT7 0QV522 2457 REP PKZ 10:05 11:05 AT7 0QV523 1356 REP PKZ 15:00 16:00 AT7 0

QV213 1357 ZVK BKK 10:30 12:00 MA6 0QV223 1357 BKK ZVK 13:05 14:35 MA6 0

QV515 136 PKZ SGN 10:55 12:30 AT7 0QV525 136 SGN PKZ 13:30 15:05 AT7 0

QV213 1357 PKZ BKK 09:25 12:00 MA6 ZVKQV223 1357 BKK PKZ 13:05 15:35 MA6 ZVK

VIENTIANE - BANGKOK - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - KUNMING - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - PHNOMPENH - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - HANOI - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - SINGAPORE - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - HOCHIMINH - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - SIEMREAP - VIENTIANE

LUANGPRABANG - BANGKOK - LUANGPRABANG

LUANGPRABANG - JINGHONG - LUANGPRABANG

LUANGPRABANG- CHIANGMAI - LUANGPRABANG

SAVANNAKHET - BANGKOK - SAVANNAKHET

PAKSE - SIEM REAP - PAKSE

PAKSE - BANGKOK - PAKSE

LUANGPRABANG - HANOI - LUANGPRABANG

PAKSE - HOCHIMINH - PAKSE

LUANGPRABANG- SIEMREAP - LUANGPRABANG

InternationalFLT No Days Routing Dep Arr AC STP

QV111 Daily VTE LPQ 09:15 10:10 AT7 0QV101 Daily VTE LPQ 11:45 12:30 320 0QV103 Daily VTE LPQ 16:30 17:25 AT7 0QV112 Daily LPQ VTE 07:50 08:45 AT7 0QV102 Daily LPQ VTE 13:30 14:15 320 0QV104 Daily LPQ VTE 17:55 18:50 AT7 0

QV513 1356 LPQ PKZ 10:55 12:35 AT7 0QV523 1356 PKZ LPQ 16:30 18:10 AT7 0

QV501 246 VTE ODY 0.4375 11:20 MA6 0QV502 246 ODY VTE 11:50 12:40 MA6 0

QV901 1357 VTE HOE 11:00 11:55 MA6 0QV902 1357 HOE VTE 12:35 13:30 MA6 0

QV601 1357 VTE LXG 0.5 13:00 MA6 0QV602 1357 LXG VTE 13:30 14:30 MA6 0

QV401 13457 VTE XKH 10:00 10:30 MA6 0QV402 13457 XKH VTE 11:00 11:30 MA6 0

QV512 2457 VTE PKZ 06:30 07:45 AT7 0QV515 136 VTE PKZ 08:30 09:45 AT7 0QV201 1357 VTE PKZ 07:40 08:55 MA6 0QV522 2457 PKZ VTE 11:45 13:00 AT7 0QV525 136 PKZ VTE 16:05 17:30 AT7 0QV202 1357 PKZ VTE 16:05 17:20 MA6 0

QV201 1357 VTE ZVK 07:40 09:55 MA6 PKZQV202 1357 ZVK VTE 15:07 17:20 MA6 PKZ

QV201 1357 PKZ ZVK 09:25 9:55 MA6 0QV202 1357 ZVK PKZ 15:05 15:35 MA6 0

VIENTIANE - SAVANNAKHET-VIENTIANE

PAKSE - SAVANNAKHET - PAKSE

VIENTIANE - LUANGNAMTHA-VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - XIENGKHUANG-VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE- PAKSE - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE - LUANGPRABANG - VIENTIANE

LUANGPRABANG - PAKSE - LUANGPRABANG

VIENTIANE -OUDOMXAY - VIENTIANE

VIENTIANE- HOUEISAY - VIENTIANE

Domestic Schedule 25 March 2012 - 27 October 2012

1 = Monday2 = Tuesday3 = Wednesday4 = Thursday

Remarks : All times are local times

5 = Friday6 = Saturday7 = Sunday

QV4570/ QV4571/ QV4574/ QV4575 Operated by THAI AIRWAYSQV920/ QV921/ QV930/ QV931 Operated by VIETNAM AIRLINES

IMPORTANT NOTICE

All schedules/types of aircraft and information are subject to change without notice and to government approval. For more information, please contact any Lao Airlines reservation office.Lao Airlines Office: 02 Pangkham Rd, P.O. Box 6441 Vientiane , Lao P.D.RTel: +856 21 212016, 212051-54. Fax: +856 21 212056, 212058www. laoairlines.com

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Bus & Train Scheduleバスや電車のスケジュール

Vientiane Donekhong (1) 10:30 150,000 Kip 180,000 Kip 210,000 Kip

Vientiane Vernkham (1) 11:00 150,000 Kip 180,000 Kip 210,000 Kip

International ( )

Vientiane Danang 18:30, 19:00, 20:00 200,000 Kip

Vientiane Hanoi 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 200,000 Kip

Vientiane Hatinh 19:00 160,000 Kip

Vientiane Hue 19:30 160,000 Kip

Vientiane Quang Bing 19:30 160,000 Kip

Vientiane Quang Nam 19:30 210,000 Kip

Vientiane Saigon 19:30 480,000 Kip

Vientiane Vinh 19:00 160,000 Kip

Vientiane Phnompenh 20:30 470 000 Kip

Vientiane Siemreap 20:30 500,000 Kip

Vientiane 4000Island 20:30 280,000 Kip

Pakse Phnompenh 8:30 260,000 Kip

Pakse Siemreap 17:00 280,000 Kip

Pakse Stung Streng 17:00 130,000 Kip

Pakse Kraite 17:00 170,000 Kip

Tel: (+856) 21 216507, Vientiane CapitalDeparture Destination Departure Time Price

Vientiane Bangkok (Khorath) 18:00, 18:30 248,000 Kip

(149,000 Kip)

Vientiane Khon Kaen 8:15, 14:45 50,000 Kip

Vientiane Nong Khai7:30, 9:30

12:40, 14:30 15:30, 18:00

15,000 Kip

Vientiane Udon thani 8:00, 9:00,10:30, 11:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:30, 18:00 22,000 Kip

Tel: (+856-30) 526 2111. Ban Dong Nathong, Sikhottabong District, Vientiane CapitalDeparture Destination Departure Time Local Bus Price Express Price Price

Vientiane Luanprabang 6:30, 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 13:30, 16:00 18:00 Aircon 110,000 Kip

Vientiane Luanprabang 8:00, 9:00, 20:00 VIP 130,000 Kip

Vientiane Xieng Khuang 6:30, 8:00, 9:30 16:00, 18:40 Aircon 110,000 Kip

Vientiane Xieng Khuang 20:00 VIP 130,000 Kip

Vientiane Nonghaed 11:00 150,000 Kip

Vientiane Oudomxay 6:45 Normal 130,000 Kip

Vientiane Oudomxay 13:45, 17:00 Aircon 150,000 Kip

Vientiane Oudomxay 16:00 VIP 170,000 Kip

Vientiane Phongsaly 7:15 190,000 Kip

Vientiane Huaphan 7:00, 9:45 50,000 Kip

Vientiane Xam Neua 7:00, 9:30, 12:00 Normal 170,000 Kip

Vientiane Xam Neua 14:00 VIP 190,000 Kip

Vientiane Luang Namtha 8:30, 17:00 Aircon 180,000 Kip

Vientiane Bokeo 17:30 210,000 & 230,000 Kip

Vientiane Xayabouly 9:00, 16:00 Noraml 110,000 Kip

Vientiane Xayabouly 18:30 Aircon 130,000 Kip

Vientiane Parklai 8:00 90,000 Kip

Vientiane Kaerthao 10:00 100,000 Kip

Vientiane Khet Phi Sed 7:30 80,000 Kip

International (国際)Vientiane MuangLar (China) 14:00 400,000 Kip

Vientiane Kunming (China) 18:00 680,000 Kip

Tel: (+856-21) 740521. Kaysone Phomvihane Road, Ban Xang Khou, Xaythany District, Vientiane Capital

Departure Destination Departure Time Local Bus Price (1)

Express Price (2)

VIP Price(3)

Vientiane Paksun (1) Every 20 mn

(2) & (3) Go with long distance bus

35,000 Kip 40,000 Kip 50,000 Kip

Vientiane Namthone (1) 13:00, 14:30 40,000 Kip 50,000 Kip

Vientiane Lak 20 (1) 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 18:30 85,000 Kip

Vientiane Thakhek (1) 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 12:00, (3) 13:00 60,000 Kip 70,000 Kip 80,000 Kip

Vientiane Nakay (1) 17:30:00

Vientiane Savannakhet(1) 5:30, 6:00, 6:30 7:00, 7:30,

8:00 8:30, 9:00, (3) 20:30

75,000 Kip 90,000 Kip 110,000 Kip (seating) 120,000 Kip (sleeper)

Vientiane Pakse

(1) 7:15, 10:00, 12:30 13:00, 13:30, 14:00 14:30, 15:00,

15:30 16:00, (2) 18:00, 19:00 20:00,

(3) 20:30, 21:00

110,000 Kip 140,000 Kip 170,000 Kip

Vientiane Salavanh(1) 16:30, (2) 19:30, (3) 20:30

130,000 Kip 160,000 Kip 190,000 Kip

Vientiane Xekong (1) 4:30:00 130,000 Kip 160,000 Kip 190,000 Kip

Vientiane Attapeu (1) 9:30, 17:00, (3) 20:30 140,000 Kip 180,000 Kip 200,000 Kip

Vientiane Donetalath (1) 11:30 130,000 Kip 160,000 Kip 200,000 Kip

- Thanaleng Train Station. Tel: +856 (21) 833 002, Fax: +856 (21) 833 000

Train No. Dep Time Arr Time Class Price Remark

Thanaleng - Nongkhai

Train No. 69 departs from BKK at 20:00pm

914 11:15 11:30 1 - Class Aircon THB 50

917 14:45 15:00 2 - Class Fan THB 30

918 17:00 17:15 3 - Class Fan THB 20

Nongkhai - Thanaleng

913 9:00 9:15

917 14:45 15:00

Nongkhai - Bangkok “U”= Upper bed “L”= Lower bed

Train No. 70 departs from Nongkhai at 18:20pm70 18:20 6:25

1st Class sleeper Aircon “U” THB 1,117

1st Class sleeper Aircon “L” THB 1,317

2nd Class sleeper Aircon “U” THB 688

2nd Class sleeper Aircon “L” THB 758

2nd Class sleeper Fan “U” THB 488

3rd Class Seat THB 253

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Let’s Speak Lao!ラオス語を話そう!

HErE ArE sOME bAsiC PHrAsEs THAT COulD HElP yOu gET by... iT’s gOing TO bE Fun!基本的なお役立ちフレーズをいくつか紹介します。ラオス語で旅をもっと楽しくしよう!

sOME PrOnunCiATiOn KEys:

- ‘AW” as in paw, raw

- “OW” as in cow, plow

- “EY” as in eye

- “AE” as in day

- “J” as in cheese

- “R” is silent

grEETings 挨拶Hello こんにちわ SA-BAI-DEE

How are you? お元気ですか? SA-BAI-DEE-BAW?

I’m fine, thank you 私は元気です。ありがとうございます。 KHOY-SA-BAI-DEE, KHOP-JAI

Thank you ありがとう KHOP-JAI

Do you speak English? あなたは英語が話せますか? JOW-WOW-PAH- SAH-UNG-GID-DAI- BAW?

Yes/No はい/いいえ DAI/BAW

Please speak slowly ゆっくり話してください GA-LOO-NAH-WOW-SAH-SAH

I don’t understand わかりません KHOY-BAW-KOW-JAI

Do you understand? わかりましたか? JOW-KOW-JAI-BAW?

Good/Bad いいですね/よくないです DEE/SUA

Never mind 大丈夫・気にしないで BAW-PEN-YOUNG

You’re welcome どういたしまして DUEY-KWARM-YIN-DEE

Sorry/excuse me すみません/ごめんなさい KAW-TOT

My name is…. すみません/ごめんなさい KHOY-SEU…..

Pleased to meet you お知り合いになれてうれしいです YIN-DEE-TEE-HOO-JUK-JOW

Where did you come from? あなたはどこから来ましたか? JOW-MAH-JARK-SAI?

I come from…. 私は….から来ました KHOY-MAH-JARK….

I want to go... 私は….へ行きたいです KHOY-YARK-PAI…..

I love you 愛しています KHOY-HUK-JOW

I like Laos 私はラオスが好きです KHOY-MUK-PAH-TET-LAO

Goodbye/Take care さようなら/お気をつけて LAH-KORN/DOO-LAE-TUA-ENG-DER

EMErgEnCiEs 緊急時

Help! 助けて! SOY-DAE!

Fire! 火事だ! FAI-MAI!

Quickly! 早く! WAI-DAE!

I have been robbed! 盗まれた! KHOY-TEUK-POON!

Catch that thief! つかまえて! JUP-JON-HAI-DAE!

Call police! 警察を呼んでください! URN-TUM-LUAD-HAI- DAE!

I lost my purse お財布を失くしました KHOY-SIA-GA-POW-NGURN

May I use your telephone? KHOY-KAW-SAI-TOH- LA-SUP-KONG-JOW-DAI-BAW?

電話をお借りできますか?

Where is the nearest hospital? 一番近い病院はどこですか? HONG-MAW-KAI-TEE-SOOT-YOO-SAI?

I’m sick/ill 気分が/具合が悪いです KHOY-BAW-SA-BAI

I want to see a doctor 医者に診てもらいたいです KHOY-YARK-PAI-HAH-MAW

DirECTiOns 道をたずねるWhere is the restroom? トイレはどこですか? HONG-NUM-YOO-SAI?

Please, go to this address.. ここの場所に行ってください GA-LOO-NAH, PAI-HAH-TEE-YOO-NEE

Stop here/There ここ/そこで停めてください YOOT-YOO-BORN-NEE/NUN

This/That way こちら/あちらの道です TAHNG-NEE/NUN

Turn left/Turn right 左/右へ曲がってください IOW-SAI/IOW-KWAH

Straight ahead まっすぐ進んでください PAI-SEU-SEU

Slow down ゆっくり行ってください SAH-SAH

Hurry up! 急いで! WAI-WAI!

Be careful! きをつけて! LA-WUNG-DAE!

I would like to go to….. 私は….へ行きたいです KHOY-YARK-PAI….

Wattay airport ワッタイ空港 SA-NARM-BIN-WAT-TAI

International Airport ワッタイ空港 SA-NARM-BIN-SAH-KON

Domestic Airport 国内空港 SA-NARM-BIN-PAI-NAI

Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge ラオスータイ友好橋 KWAH-MIT-TAH-PAAB-LAO-THAI

Northern Bus Station 北バスターミナル SA-TAH-NEE-LOD-MAY-SAI-NEUA

Southern Bus Station 南バスターミナル SA-TAH-NEE-LOD-MAY-SAI-TAI

Morning Market Bus Station タラートサオバスターミナル SA-TAH-NEE-LOD-MAY-TA-LART-SAO

Embassy 大使館 SA-TAAN-TOOD

Temple 寺院 WAT

Police station 交番 SA-TAH-NEE-TUM-LUAD

Post office 郵便局 HONG-KAAN-PAI-SA-NEE

PlACEs TO sTAy 宿泊

Hotel 宿泊 HONG-HAM

Guesthouse ゲストハウス BAHN-PUK

Resort リゾート BAHN-PUK-TARK-AH-GART

Air-conditioned room エアコン付の部屋 HONG-AE-YEN

PlACEs TO EAT 食事Restaurant レストラン HAHN-AH-HAAN

Food market (食鮮)市場 TA-LART-AH-HAAN

Eat 食べる KIN

I would like to eat Lao food 私はラオス料理が食べたいです KHOY-YARK-KIN-AH-HAAN-LAO

Vegetarian food ベジタリアンフード AH-HAAN-JAY

Breakfast 朝食 AH-HAAN-SAO

Lunch 昼食 AH-HAAN-TIENG

Dinner 夕食 AH-HAAN-LANG

Papaya salad パパイヤサラダ TUM-MARK-HOONG

Spicy 辛い PHED

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Delicious おいしい SAEP

Like/Dislike 好きです/好きじゃないです MAK/BAW-MAK

Steamed rice (普通の)ご飯 KOW-JOW

Sticky rice もち米 KOW-NIOW

Soup スープ KANG

Seasonings 調味料 KEUANG-POONG

Drinks 飲み物 DEUM

Water 水 NUM

Lao Alcohol ラオス焼酎 LOW-LAO

Draft beer 生ビール BIA-SOD

Drunk 酔っ払う MOW-LAAW

The bill please お会計御願いします KEB-NGURN

Vegetable 野菜 PAK

Fruit 果物 MARK-MAI

Meat 肉 SIN

Pork 豚肉 SIN-MOO

Beef 牛肉 NGUA

Duck あひる PED

Chicken 鶏 KAI

Fish 魚 PAH

Shrimp えび KOONG

Squid イカ PAH-MEUK

Seafood 海鮮料理 AH-HAAN-TA-LAY

Fried rice chicken 鶏肉チャーハン KOW-PHAT-KAI

Dessert デザート KAUNG-WAAN

sHOPPing 買い物Market 市場 TA-LART

How much is this? いくらですか? UN-NEE-TOW-DAI?

Cheap 安い TEUK

Expensive 高い PAENG

Discount please? まけてもらえますか? LOOT-DAI-BAW?

I would like to buy a map 地図を買いたいです KHOY-YARK-SEU-PAN-TEE

Silk cloth シルクの布 PAH-MAI

Coat/jacket コート/ジャケット SEUA-KUM-NOW

Rain coat レインコート SEUA-KUN-FON

Umbrella 傘 KUN-HOM

Shirt シャツ SEUA-SURT

Socks 靴下 TON-TIN

Swimsuit 水着 SOOT-LOY-NUM

T-shirt Tシャツ SEUA-YURT

Belt ベルト SAI-AEW

Handicrafts 手工芸品 KEUANG-HAT-TA-KUM

Jewelry 宝石 KEUANG-PET-POY

Ornaments 装飾品 KEUANG-PA-DUP

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FACILITIESLaboratoryPharmacyXRayUltrasoundMammogramEchocardiogram

SERVICES

At HONDA NEW CHIP XENG, near the Wattay International AirportBan Wattayyaithong, Souphanouvong Road, Sikhottabong districtVientiane Capital, Lao PDR

Tel: (+856) 21-513 095. Fax: (+856) 21-513 096E-Mail: [email protected]

O�cially A�liated with Wattana Hospital Group (Udonthani & Nongkhai)

Quality Healthcare in the heart of Vientiane

w w w . a i m c l a o . c o m

Family MedicineDiabetes clinicHypertension clinicMedical RepatriationPediatrics and child development clinicWell baby clinicOpthalmologyCardiology clinic (by appointment)Nephrology clinic (by appointment)Women’s clinicSkin Laser centreAnti-aging and preventive medicineTravel medicine clinicHealth check up centreDiagnostic and therapeutic centre

L.B.C.