Patuxai
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When the USA donated cement and funds to expand the airport in Laos, the Laotians built a massive monument instead.

šŸ“œ Massive war monument and triumphal arch in Vientiane, Laos.
šŸ” Built with US funds originally intended for an airport expansion.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Features distinctly Laotian designs and traditional motifs.
ā¬†ļø Visitors can climb through seven stories to a viewing platform.
šŸš¶ Easily accessible from downtown Vientiane.
šŸ›ļø Contains souvenir shops and a small museum.

Why Avoid

šŸš§ Monument sign states it was never completed and appears "less impressive, like a monster of concrete."

Cost

šŸ’° Entrance fee is 3,000 kips (approx. $0.35 US).

Hours

šŸ•’ Open Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Sat-Sun 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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