Patuxai

Patuxai or Victory Gate is one of the most famous landmark in Laos.It is especially tribute to the Arch de Triomphe on the Champs-Elysees,which bring the city of Laos Paris. It was bulit in 1962 to honour for those who fought for the independece of Laos against France in World War II. There are some differences in its design from Arch de Triomphe in which the upper part and decoration is heavily influenced by Hindhuism. It is located in the heart of Vientiane, Lan Xang Avenue.