City Inn Hotel, Vientiane, Laos

Stayed at City Inn Hotel for a week.  It was more a business class-type hotel.  The room was comfortable and the service staff were polite.  The buffet breakfast spread was sufficient.

Location wise, it was near Nam Phu (the fountain).  It was also near the stadium where you could jog on the 400 m track.

Overall, the US$60-70 was reasonable.  You could however find cheaper options elsewhere.  This hotel is more for business travellers.

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Barbeque (Grilled) Fish, Roadside Stall, Vientiane

A common sight during dinner time in Vientiane (Laos) would be street hawkers selling BBQ fish along the street.

The fish may look huge, but the meat itself was moderate.  The fish was marinated with salt and grilled over charcoal fire.

When served, the skin was basically removed and you just ate the flesh, dipping in chilli or spicy source.

Visitors should try it at least once.  It will taste better with Laos beer.

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Chao Anouvong Park, Vientiane, Laos

After one year away from Vientiane, the river front has become become and scenic.  The main attraction of the river front Chao Anouvong Park, would be the statue of Chao Anouvong.

After one year away from Vientiane, the river front has become become and scenic.  The main attraction of the river front Chao Anouvong Park, would be the statue of Chao Anouvong.

Singapore Toys Games Comics Convention 2011 - Cosplay

I was curious to take a look at the convention, but the event was about to end in an hour's time.  Managed to take these photos in the public area.

Hungry Ghost Festival

The 7th Month of the Lunar calendar signals the arrival of the Hungry Ghost Festival, where ghosts were released from the Gates of the other world to this earth.  It was a month where offerings were made and where entertainment was staged to entertain the "good brothers", as we call them in this region.

Companies or social groups organised dinner functions during this month.  It is usually held outdoors where 8 or 10-course would be served.

Hari Raya light-up at Geylang Serai, 2011

It is nice to see bright lights along Changi Road.  The photos were taken outside Malay Village, which incidentally would be celebrating its final Ramadan. :