Champassak province is one of the main political, cultural and economic centers of Southern Laos. It is a province where there are historic sites in Pre Angokorian style of the period of Lan Xang (1353-1779). Champassack was a rich cultural center like many other provinces. It still keeps the typical style of an abundant culture. The capital of Champassack is Pakse. The province is located at the confluence of the Mekong and Xe Don rivers.

Vat Phou

Vat Phou is an ancient stone palace, an architectural marvel, located on the eastern slope of Kao mountain, at about 45km from Pakse district. Its is the crowning jewel of Champassack province and perhaps of the entire country.

Khone Phapheng

Khone Pha Pheng waterfall is in the south of Laos, at about 130km from Pakse. It is known as the most beautiful waterfall of Southeast Asia. The "Pa Kha" or river dolphins inhabits this part of the river. They are nearly extinct and considered an endangered species. The dolphins could be a potential major attraction for tourist, as they are only found in this area of Asia.

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