Vientiane is the capital of Laos and is also known as the 'Paris of the East.' It's a beautiful city with many parks, monuments and hotels. The city is very clean, quiet and peaceful. It has a vibrant nightlife, but can get noisy during the day. Vientiane is home to many temples, monuments, and other historical sites. It's also an ideal base from which to explore the other parts of Laos.
Vientiane was originally a royal city and was made the capital of Laos in 1593. The city was originally built by the French as a base for their Indochina campaign during World War II. Afterward, the city became a popular tourist destination for its clean environment, history and culture. Many people visit Vientiane to see its ancient temples, including Wat Phu Champath Bencharat, Wat Xieng Khuan, Wat Si Peu and Wat Si Bunthasathien. There are also many monuments commemorating national heroes and leaders from previous regimes. These include Toek Mahathat, Dr. Francois Louverture, Prince Mongkut's Cottage and Hanging Bridge. Additionally, Vientiane is home to the National University of Laos (Univerity Southeast Asia), which has many facilities for students.
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