Mountain

Xaysomboun (Lao: ໄຊສົມບູນ) was a long drive, lasting 7-8 hours. The view was breathtaking, incredibly beautiful. The word "beautiful" is used lavishly. Everywhere you look, you see mountains. They surround you, embracing visitors. The mountains form a majestic layer. Walking through them was never tiring. It was so relaxing, enjoying the atmosphere. The wind blew against your face, creating a perfect light. I loved it so much. I want to go again. 🗓️Travel Planning:
(Packing) Backpacking to Northern Laos 🇱🇦
With the three of us at Phu Hua Lon, Xaysomboun Province, Lao PDR.

First of all, if you're worried about getting tired, well, sleeping anywhere is tiring. Let's go find beautiful mountain views. Leave work, I mean, take a few days off. Heal your heart with the 360-degree, intricate mountain views and the breathtaking sea of mist. The view is so beautiful, you have to see it at least once. The mountain views are so beautiful, layered. I have to say it's incredibly beautiful. It's a delightful walk, and you can take photos everywhere. Every angle is beautiful. The climb up to Phu Hua Lon isn't difficult. Just walk slowly and enjoy the scenery. I recommend starting around 5:00 AM to 5:30 AM to catch the sunrise. You can take photos, walk around, and enjoy the scenery. Before you know it, you'll have been on Phu Hua Lon for almost 3-4 hours.
It's soooooo beautiful!
** I brought 3,000 baht with me, and I still have change left. **

(Starting from Bangkok Apiwat) By train, sleeper with air conditioning in a city near the North Pole. Blankets are provided, but it's too cold.
Departure time: 9:25 PM
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🚃 Fan train: 281
🚟 Air-conditioned train: 574
🚊 Air-conditioned sleeper train: upper bunk 784, lower bunk 874

- Arrive in Nong Khai around 8:00 AM. Stop to get your passport checked.

- Arrive at Kham Savaat station, just as shown on your ticket.
- At this station, stop to fill out the Laos entry permit application.
Pay the toll fee
💰20฿

- Buy a SIM card at the station and bring cash with you.
SIM card💰 Internet fee: 10,000 kip, approximately 158฿. If you're traveling with friends, you can split the cost. Save money. It's better to go to Ploi Wi-Fi and your accommodation, depending on your convenience. 🌷

- Charter a tuk-tuk from the station to the Northern Laos Bus Terminal. Some people get on at the morning market and have to transfer anyway, so they charter a tuk-tuk to the station. That's it!
💰 Transportation to the Northern Laos Bus Terminal: 200,000 kip, approximately 317.02฿

- From the Northern Laos Bus Terminal, there are vans to Xaysomboun Province (only two trips per day, at 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM). If you miss the bus, you'll have to wait until the next day. Plan your trip carefully. From the Northern Laos Bus Terminal to Xaysomboun Province, the distance is about 200 kilometers. It might not seem far, but the journey takes about 7 hours. The road is dirt and bumpy, with some potholes along the way. Not recommended for those who don't like long journeys. But once we arrived, we were instantly refreshed because the city is incredibly beautiful and naturally beautiful. The weather was cool, with only a little rain during our visit.
💰 The fare to Xaisomboun was 200,000 kip, approximately ฿317.02.

We arrived at our accommodation at the New Sealand Xaisomboun Hotel around 7 PM.
(It's right next to the entrance to Phu Hua Lon.)
I read reviews that said it was walk-ins, so we didn't book.
💰 400,000 kip per night for 4 people, approximately ฿634.05, or ฿158.50 per person. The room had two beds, and was very spacious and comfortable. Highly recommended.

As for food, we didn't find any Halal restaurants and didn't see any reviews.
So, we brought some Thai food.
It's better to bring snacks and milk with you, as each place is quite far away.
If you find a Mini Big C, there are plenty of Halal products.
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What we gained from this exhaustion was that...
Many people who aren't into this field think... Why bother?
But what's even more amazing is that we're more present in our breath. When we reached the lofty viewpoint, listening to the panting, I remembered how Allah had been so merciful to us, allowing us to stand here, a spot I never even thought I'd reach. I'd dreamed of seeing such a beautiful place for so long. It also allowed me to slow down and pay more attention to my surroundings.
Finally, the Creator allowed us and our friends to see such a beautiful sight. I'm so grateful that the Creator helped us along the way. The journey here is quite far and requires a lot of patience. There are no easy roads along the way. The roadsides are red with dust, but it's beautiful. Our roads are much more comfortable. Each place has its own pros and cons. Ultimately, I want everyone to try living here. Don't be so busy with work that you forget to live. Take yourself there. Every corner of this place is beautiful. Everywhere you look, it's mountains. It's mountains! You have to go here! ⛰️🍃

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