Vientiane province (Lao: ແຂວງວຽງຈັນ [kʰwɛ̌ːŋ wía̯ŋ t͡ɕàn]) is a province of Laos in the country's northwest. As of 2015 the province had a population of 419,090. Vientiane province covers an area of 15,610 square kilometres (6,030 sq mi) composed of 11 districts. The principal towns are Vang Vieng and Muang Phôn-Hông.

Administrative Divisions

There are 11 districts in Vientiane Province. Here is a table format showing the administrative divisions in Vientiane Province and their Lao Script:

Muang Phôn-Hông	ເມືອງໂພນໂຮງ
Thoulakhom District	ເມືອງທຸລະຄົມ
Keo Oudom District	ເມືອງແກ້ວອຸດົມ
Kasy District	ເມືອງກາສີ
Vangvieng District	ເມືອງວັງວຽງ
Feuang District	ເມືອງເຟືອງ
Xanakharm District	ເມືອງຊະນະຄາມ
Mad District	ເມືອງແມດ
Viengkham District	ເມືອງວຽງຄໍາ
Hinhurp District	ເມືອງຫີນເຫີບ
Meun District	ເມືອງໝື່ນ

Detailed Information

Here are some detailed information about districts in Vientiane Province:

• Muang Phôn-Hông

The district is mainly rural and agricultural, with rice paddies and farms dotting the landscape. The Nam Ngum River runs through the district, providing water for irrigation and fishing. The district is also known for its natural beauty, with several waterfalls and scenic areas, including the Phou Khao Khouay National Protected Area, located nearby. The population of Muang Phôn-Hông is predominantly Lao, with some ethnic minorities also residing in the district. The district is home to several small towns and villages, with the largest being Muang Phôn-Hông town, which serves as the administrative center of the district.

• Thoulakhom District

The district is predominantly rural and agricultural, with rice paddies, farms, and small villages dotting the landscape. The Nam Ngum River runs through the district, providing water for irrigation and fishing. The district is also home to several small mountains and hills. The population of Thoulakhom District is predominantly Lao, with some ethnic minorities also residing in the district. The district is home to several small towns and villages, with the largest being Thoulakhom town, which serves as the administrative center of the district.

• Keo Oudom District

The district is predominantly rural and agricultural, with rice paddies, farms, and small villages dotting the landscape. The Nam Ngum River and its tributaries run through the district, providing water for irrigation and fishing. The district is also home to several small mountains and hills.

• Kasy District

The district is mainly rural and agricultural, with rice paddies, farms, and small villages dotting the landscape. The Nam Ngum River runs through the district, providing water for irrigation and fishing. The district is also home to several small mountains and hills. The population of Kasy District is predominantly Lao, with some ethnic minorities also residing in the district. The district is home to several small towns and villages, with the largest being Kasy town, which serves as the administrative center of the district.

• VangVieng District

Vang Vieng is a small town in central Laos known for its scenic karst mountains, caves, and beautiful rivers. The town is popular among backpackers for its adventurous activities such as tubing, kayaking, and rock climbing. The town also offers a relaxed atmosphere with many bars and restaurants catering to tourists.

• Feuang District

It is another district with beautiful scenery full of local natural charm and is considered a popular tourist destination for both foreign tourists, including Lao people.

• Xanakharm District

Xanakharm District is situated in the northern part of Vientiane Province, bordering Thailand to the north. The district is known for its agricultural production, particularly rice farming, and is home to several rural villages and Buddhist temples. Tourism is also an important industry in Xanakharm District, with many visitors coming to explore the area's natural beauty and cultural heritage. Some of the popular attractions in the district include the Nam Ngum River, the Tha Ngon temple, and the Phou Khao Khouay National Protected Area. The district is also home to several ethnic minority groups, such as the Hmong and Khmu people, who have their own unique cultures and traditions.

• Mad District

The Mad District is situated in the western part of Vientiane Province, bordering Thailand to the west. The district is known for its natural beauty and rural landscapes, as well as its traditional Lao villages and Buddhist temples. The economy of Mad District is primarily based on agriculture, with rice farming being the most common agricultural activity. The district is also home to a number of small-scale industries, including handicrafts and food processing.

• Viengkham District

Viengkham District is situated in a mountainous area and is known for its natural beauty and ecotourism opportunities. The district is home to several ethnic minority groups, including the Hmong, Khmu, and Tai Dam, who have their own unique cultures and traditions. Agriculture is the main industry in Viengkham District, with rice farming being the most common agricultural activity. The district is also known for its production of traditional handicrafts, such as weaving and basket making.

• Hinhurp District

The  terrain in this district is mountainous, with dotting mountains and hills. And this district is also howe to some local ethnic groups and traditional craft. 

• Meun District

The district is known for its rugged and mountainous terrain, which is largely covered by forest. The main ethnic group in the district is the Hmong, who make up the majority of the population. Other ethnic groups in the district include the Khmu, Tai Dam, and Lao Loum. The economy of Meun District is primarily based on agriculture, with rice being the main crop. Other crops grown in the district include corn, cassava, and vegetables. Livestock farming is also an important part of the local economy.