Bolikhamsai, Laos · Asia
Pakxan is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Bueng Kan, 23km from Hin Sam Wan.
Pakxan is a town located in Bolikhamsai, Laos. With a population of 21,967, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Pakxan sits in Laos. It's in the Asia/Vientiane time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Pakxan to your route.
Pakxan (; (Lao: ປາກຊັນ, pronounced [pȁːk̚sán]) is a district and town in Bolikhamsai Province, Laos.
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Pakxan is located in Bolikhamsai, Laos, Asia. The coordinates are 18.3942 latitude, 103.6611 longitude.
Pakxan has a population of approximately 21,967 people, making it a town in Laos.
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
photogenic
Three sandstone outcrops on the edge of Phu Sing that resemble a pod of whales from the side, with a sheer drop over Phu Wua forest toward the Mekong and the Lao mountains. Access is by park pickup up a steep track.
23 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
A 360-metre sandstone monolith wrapped in hand-built wooden staircases and catwalks rising through seven levels, each representing a stage of Buddhist meditation. Founded in 1968 by forest monk Ajahn Juan.
37 km · about 45 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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