Phonsavan
Phonsavan | |
|---|---|
 Center of the capital district Phonsavan | |
| Country |  Laos |
| Admin. division | Xiangkhoang Province |
| Elevation | 9,020 ft (2,750 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 57,000 |
| • Religions | Buddhism |
Phonsavan (pop. 57,000) is the new capital of Xieng Khouang Province, Laos.
It was built in the mid 1970s, because the old capital of Xieng Khouang was utterly destroyed during the fighting between the Pathet Lao and American backed anti-communist troops. Its most famous attraction is the nearby Plain of Jars. The town itself is dusty and modern compared to most other Laotian towns. The Red Cross centre in the middle of the town provides information on the impact of the fighting on the town.There are many hill tribes surrounding the town ,also there is a small Laotian Chinese population.
Social Welfare
In the town of Phonsavan is one of the largest orphanages in Laos. It is an S.O.S. orphanage and there are over 120 orphans living in the facility.[1]
It is served by Xieng Khouang Airport
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