population: 0.037 million

extension: 2.5 square kilometers

Museums

If you're in Paksan and interested in visiting museums, one option is to visit the Pakxan Revolutionary Museum. Other nearby museums include the Kaysone Phomvihane Museum and the Xiengkhouang Provincial Museum in Phonsavan.

Food

Some of the most recommended, popular, and typical dishes to eat according to local people in Paksan, Lao People's Democratic Republic include:

1. Sticky rice (Khao niao)
2. Larb (Spicy minced meat salad)
3. Tam mak hoong (Spicy green papaya salad)
4. Laap (Minced meat or fish mixed with herbs and spices)
5. Sai Oua (Lao sausage)
6. Mok Pa (Steamed fish in banana leaves)
7. Tom Yam (Spicy and sour soup)
8. Khao piak sen (Rice noodle soup)
9. Or lam (Spicy stew made with vegetables and meat)
10. Kaipen (Fried river weed)

Activities

Some fun activities that local people enjoy in Paksan and its surrounding areas include river tubing on the Nam Xan River, exploring the nearby Tham Pha Cave, hiking to the top of Phou Khao Khouay mountain for a scenic view, and visiting the nearby Pak Ou Caves. You can also try local food and drinks at the Paksan Night Market or visit the nearby Ban Hatkhai village to learn about traditional weaving techniques and purchase handmade textiles.