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Thailand's Top 20
Mekong River
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From the historic timber shophouses of Chiang Khan (
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) to the waterfalls of
Pha Taem National Park (
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)
, northeast Thailand's glorious arc of the Mekong
River offers an incomparable smorgasbord of culture and beauty. Chase the meandering
river aboard a rickety bus, long-tail boat or even a bicycle. View the cross-pollination of
Thai-Lao culture in local fishing villages, Nong Khai's bizarre sculpture park, prehistoric
rock paintings in Ubon Ratchathani, holy temples and elephant villages. Those who follow
this little-visited trail will be rewarded with true traveller's tales.
