Lao Art Museum set to become major tourist draw


Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone (centre) cuts a ribbon to open the Lao Art Museum on Jan 5, 2025. - VT

VIENTIANE: The world’s largest museum of Lao art has opened its doors in Vientiane, positioning itself as a key tourist attraction and a symbol of Laos’ rich artistic heritage.

The opening ceremony of the Lao Art Museum took place on Sunday (Jan 5), attended by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone; the Mayor of Vientiane Dr Athsaphangthong Siphandone; Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Suanesavanh Vignaket; the museum’s founder and President Prof Dr Phisit Sayathit, Party and State leaders, and other invited guests.

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