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Stories about Adventure in Xiangkhoang

Landscape, Xieng Khuang, Lao. This was once a provincial capital. During the Secret war it was devastated by carpet bombing. Now this lone chedi stands as a memorial to the lost city.

The Field of Bombs

Ian Douglas - idouglas [705]

The trip began with a grim portent. Even while we were waiting on the tarmac of Laos International (ho-ho) airport I had a hint of what was to come. The small Lao Aviation plane had already finished...

Destinations: Laos | Xiangkhoang
Topics: Travel | Adventure | 20th Century History | War & Conflict

The Field of Bombs - Part 2

Ian Douglas - idouglas [705]

Clumsy croissants and sweet coffee awaited me outside my cabin in the morning. After a late boozy night, Lao style, they were most welcome. The coffee appeared black at first glance, but vigorous...

Destinations: Laos | Xiangkhoang
Topics: Travel | Adventure | 20th Century History | War & Conflict
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