Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park is situated midway between the UNESCO ancient royal capital of Luang Prabang, the Plain of Jars UNESCO archaeological sites, and the Secret War-era Viengxai Cave complex. The winding ribbon of a road showcases centuries of history with ethnic diversity and view upon view of rugged mountains and misty valleys. This route into a remote and forgotten world is studded with hot springs, gushing waterfalls, traditional craft villages and mysterious ancient standing stones, with the Plain of Jars not far away.