Additional reporting by Souliyasone Ngotsyoudom
Vientiane Province is once again in the spotlight with a fresh tourism draw—the newly upgraded Nam Ngum 1 Reservoir Recreation Area, also known as “Nam Ngum 1 Reservoir” or “Thalay Lao,” meaning the Lao Sea.
Located in Keooudom District, the reservoir officially reopened on 3 December after a three-year closure for extensive redevelopment.
“We are expecting at least 1-2 million visitors to visit this place in 2025,” said Sisavath Sengphachan, Vientiane Province’s Head of Information, Culture, and Tourism, who oversees the facility. “We have it all here—nature, food, interesting historical background, and, of course, it’s all environmentally friendly.”
The reservoir’s main area, the marina, now boasts 36 boats connected to on-site restaurants.
Visitors are greeted by an entry gate, parking facilities, and a circular viewing pavilion. For those seeking scenic views, the site offers three viewing points, a stepped viewing platform, and walkways leading to boat restaurants.
Redevelopment, Compensation, and Green Efforts
This redevelopment not only enhances the tourism appeal of Vientiane Province but also brings upgrades to surroun
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