Vientiane - Lao National Museum

Lao National Museum

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A must visit place, the Lao National Museum contains artifacts, weapons, photos, audio and other items of important historical significance. Visit the museum to learn about the trials and tribulations of Laos. Housed in a large administrative building, it was originally built as a police commissioner's office.

  • Admission: US$1
  • Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8am-12pm & 1-4pm
  • Sat-Sun: Closed

Interesting Facts

View the Pathet Lao's Power Struggle

The Lao National Museum contains artifacts that showcase the power struggle of the communist Pathet Lao's Party.

Interesting Variety of Historical Items

The Lao National Musuem contains a great sampling of various aspects of Lao history and culture, and how the country was influenced by its neighbours.

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