General information

Located : In central part of the country.
Total area : 21,774 square kilometers.
Population : 850.000
15 Districts: Khanthabuly, Outhoumphone, Atsaphanthong, Phine, Sepone, Nong,Thapangthong, Songkhone, Champhon, Xonbuly, Xaybuty, Xayphou Thong, and Thaphalanxay.
Capital : Khanthabuly.

Fine French architecture bears testimony to the importance of Savannakhet during the colonial era. The name Savannakhet means "The Land of Fertility Suitable for Agriculture"

There are 11 ethnic minorities include Lowland Lao, Phouthai, Thai Dam, Katang, Mongkong, Vali, Lava, Soui, Kapo, Kaleung and Ta-oi.

Places to visit

• Wat Ing Hang temple.
• Wat Xayaphoum temple.
• Ho Tay Pidok Liberary.
• Heuane Hin or Stone House.
• That Phon Stupa.
• Dinosaur Fossils.
• Route 9, GMS East-west Economic Corridor.