Colonial Heritage

THéo COurant

Travelling around South East Asia

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Kwai River Bridge Festival 2025: History, Culture and Light Shows

Kwai River Bridge Festival 2025: History, Culture and Light Shows
Discover the Kwai River Bridge Festival in Kanchanaburi — an annual celebration mixing history, memory and spectacular night shows, with exhibitions, food stalls and cultural performances.

Thakhek, Laos: History, Culture, and Colonial Heritage

Thakhek, Laos: History, Culture, and Colonial Heritage
Thakhek, a charming town in Laos, lies peacefully across the Mekong River from its Thai neighbor, Nakhon Phanom. Initially, it may seem unremarkable to the hurried traveler, but beneath its tranquil exterior, Thakhek boasts a rich cultural heritage, fascinating history, and a discreet legacy of French colonial presence.