Tha Khaek
Things to see and do
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Route 12 Caves and Swimming holes
Route 12 leaves Tha Khaek heading east. It quickly turns to dirt and becomes tricky to navigate, but there are a surprising number of worthwhile sites along the route, making it worth the effort. You can hire a tuk-tuk at the 3-kilometre market, or head out on your own by motorbike. Touring the ... read more
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Wat Pha That Si Khotabong
This 19th century wat which sits on the banks of the Mekong is the most revered in the Tha Khaek area and is home to a large festival during the full moon of the third lunar month. The distinctive thaat is regarded as one of the most important in Laos, but you wouldn't think so looking at the ... read more
