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Laos Major
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Houa Phan

Houa
Phan province is situated in the northeast of Laos and was the base of
the Lao People's Revolutionary Army activities. There are over 100 caves
in the Vieng Xai district of Houa Phanh many of which were used as
hideouts and bunkers during the Indochina war.
The
most famous caves in the area are:
Tham Than
Souphanouvong: formerly known as Tham Phapount. In 1964, Prince
Souphanouvong set up his residence in this cave. Tham Than Kaysone:
formerly known as Tham Yonesong, was established for the residence of
Mr. Kaysone Phomvihane. Tham Than Khamtay: was the residence of Mr.
Khamtay Siphandone, consisting of many area, such as a meeting room,
reception room and research room.
Other
attractions include Keo Nong Vay Temple located in Xam Neua district.
Hot
springs in Xam Tay district are located about 154 km away from Xam Neua
the waters reach a temperature of around 40 degrees Celcius. Xam Tay
waterfall is located Xam Tay district.
Saleu
and Nasala villages, well known for their weaving activities, located in
Xieng Kor district on the road No: 6 to Xieng Khouang province 125 km
away from Xam Neua.
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