https://ph.trip.com/moments/detail/vientiane-749-133836285?locale=en-PH
Hanzz_introvertLaos
levelIconBeginner traveler

Visit the Victory Monument in Lao PDR.

🏛 What is Patuxai? The full name is "Patuxai Monument" or what Lao people call Patuxai. Located in the middle of Lan Xang Road in the heart of Vientiane. Built to commemorate the Laotians who died in the war for independence from France. Inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris but decorated with Lao patterns such as the traditional pattern, Naga, and Champa flowers 🌸🐍 --- 🕒 Opening - closing hours: Open daily: 08.00 - 17.00 hrs. You can go up to the top to see a 360-degree view of Vientiane. Entrance fee: Approximately 5,000 kip (~10 Thai baht) --- 📸 Interesting things: Bottom: Take pictures with beautiful architecture Inside: There is a spiral staircase and souvenirs for sale Upper: High angle viewpoint overlooking the beautiful Lan Xang Road And the garden around Patuxai In the evening: The atmosphere is good. There are locals walking and exercising. --- 🗺 Travel: From the Mekong River/morning market/various hotel gates, you can take a tuk-tuk/Grab Laos to get there. It takes about 5-10 minutes. Or you can walk (if you stay in Vientiane city center) because the distance is not far. --- 🎒 What to bring: Camera/Mobile phone Drinking water (hot during the day) Hat/Sunglasses A little cash (souvenir shop, entrance fee) --- 📝 Caption for visiting Patuxai (warm/cultural style): > 🏛 Patuxai is not just a symbol of victory...but the pride of Lao people. 🇱🇦 #Patuxai #Vientiane #LaosTravel #Patuxai
View original text
*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI
Posted: Jul 14, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Victory Monument

4.6/5367 reviews | Night view
Vientiane
No.1 of Best Things to Do in Vientiane
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Nam Xay Viewpoint

Vang Vieng: A Trip Worth Repeating

Somsom.haha
Victory Monument

Visit Patuxai in Laos

Samildathicha
Victory Monument

🌿 Mystical Laos: A Serene Journey Through the Land of a Million Elephants 🌿

Zero899
Victory Monument

one day trip in laos.🇱🇦

keetasnap
Pha That Luang

One day exploring Vientianne, Laos

Vistamika
Victory Monument

Experience the heart of Laos at Patuxay

Vistamika
Victory Monument

Lao Victory Gate, the symbol of Laos

ปอ เจอนี่ Por Journey
Fountain

Vientiane Travel Summary

nafidurmus
Buddha Park (Wat Xieng Khouane Luang)

【Vientiane, Laos】5 Recommended Relaxing Tourist Spots

Hummy83
Pha That Luang

Vientiane, the capital of Laos

seichan1229
Victory Monument

24 HOURS IN VIENTIANE

_TI***0r
Patuxay Park

💕Patoux Palace (Patoux Palace)

Nom Yen Yen