Nam Phou, Vientiane

Name: Nam Phou
Address: Nam Phou Fountain, Vientiane, Laos

#15 among attractions in Vientiane

Square, Fountain, Park

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Nam Phou (address: Nam Phou Fountain) is a place located in Vientiane (Vientiane (prefecture) prefecture) and belongs to the category of square, fountain, park.

It is situated at an altitude of 564 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 17°57'52"N latitude and 102°36'29"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Nam Phou is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Central Bus Station CBS-1 (bus, 13 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: National Library of Laos (library, 1 min walk), Lao National Museum (museum, 2 min walk), Presidential Palace (palace, 6 min walk).

Elevation: 564 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 17°57'52"N, 102°36'29"E

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Nam Phou – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Talat Sao Mall, Patuxai, Laos National Stadium, Wat Si Saket.

0.4 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Talat Sao Mall, Vientiane
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0.8 miNE
Landmark arch and war memorial
Patuxai, Vientiane
22 min walk • Patuxai, often referred to as the Arc de Triomphe of Vientiane, stands as a powerful memorial and one of the most iconic landmarks in the heart of Laos's capital city. This grandiose monument, whose name translates to "Victory Gate," is dedicated to those who fought...
~1180 ftN
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Laos National Stadium, Vientiane
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vientiane, the bustling capital city of Laos, stands the Laos National Stadium, a vibrant hub for sports and cultural events. As a premier sport venue, this stadium is a focal point for local and international gatherings, encapsulating the...
~1160 ftSE
Temple with thousands of Buddha figures
Wat Si Saket, Vientiane
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~1060 ftSE
Palace
Presidential Palace, Vientiane
6 min walk • The Presidential Palace is the official residence of the President of Laos, who, by convention, also holds the position of General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party.
~1790 ftSE
Ex-Buddhist temple, now a museum and shop
Haw Phra Kaew, Vientiane
9 min walk • Haw Phra Kaew, also written as Ho Prakeo, Hor Pha Keo and other similar spellings, is a former temple in Vientiane, Laos. It is situated on Setthathirath Road, to the southeast of Wat Si Saket.
~1170 ftNE
Pagoda, Buddhist architecture, Monuments and statues
That Dam, Vientiane
6 min walk • That Dam is a large stupa located in Vientiane, Laos. Many Laotians believe it is inhabited by a seven-headed nāga who tried to protect them from an invasion by the Siamese army in 1827.
~350 ftW
Museum
Lao National Museum, Vientiane
2 min walk • The Lao National Museum is located in Vientiane, Laos. It was founded as the national museum highlighting the revolution of the 1970s and is located in a French colonial building. In 2007, the United States donated a grant to help develop the museum.
0.7 miSE
Busy Buddhist temple dating to 1563
Wat Si Muang, Vientiane
19 min walk • Wat Si Muang or Simuong is a Buddhist temple in Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
~1450 ftW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Ong Teu, Vientiane
7 min walk • Wat Ong Teu Mahawihan is one of many Buddhist monasteries in the city of Vientiane in Laos. This name is given to the temple due to the large, bronze Phra Ong Teu Buddha image that is in the temple: the largest Buddha in Vientiane.
0.5 miSE
Church
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Vientiane
13 min walk • The Sacred Heart Cathedral, also called Vientiane Cathedral, is the name given to a Roman Catholic cathedral in the city of Vientiane, the capital of Laos. The temple is situated at the Rue de la Mission and near the French Embassy in Laos.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Nam Phou open?

Nam Phou is open:

Monday 12 am - 3:30 am & 3 pm - 12 am
Tuesday 12 am - 3:30 am & 3 pm - 12 am
Wednesday 12 am - 3:30 am & 3 pm - 12 am
Thursday 12 am - 3:30 am & 3 pm - 12 am
Friday 12 am - 3:30 am & 3 pm - 12 am
Saturday 12 am - 3:30 am & 3 pm - 12 am
Sunday 12 am - 3:30 am & 3 pm - 12 am

Which popular attractions are close to Nam Phou?

Nearby attractions include National Library of Laos, Vientiane (1 min walk), Lao National Museum, Vientiane (2 min walk), Presidential Palace, Vientiane (6 min walk), Wat Si Saket, Vientiane (6 min walk).

How to get to Nam Phou by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nam Phou:

Bus

Central Bus Station CBS-1 (13 min walk)
Central Bus Station CBS-2 (13 min walk)