Laos Country Guide | Guide to Laos

Country Guide Laos

Capital: Vientiane

Population: 5,924,000

Currency: kip (LAK)

Religions: Buddhist 60%, animist and other 40% (including various Christian denominations 1.5%)

Government: Communist state

Languages: Lao (official), French, English, and various ethnic languages

Climate: tropical monsoon; rainy season (May to November); dry season (December to April)

Phone Code: 856

Festivals in Laos

Boun Khao Padabdin [article]

Boat Racing Festival [article]

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Laos Accommodation

Hotels in Laos

Laos Flights

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Laos Tours

Tours in Laos

Laotian Reading

Steamy, exotic, laid-back Laos - the 'Land of a Million Elephants' - is slowly emerging from years of isolation, and its temples, mountains and natural wonders are more accessible than ever. Let this guide take you there.

40 easy-to-read maps, including a color country map
detailed explanations of Buddhism, Lao architecture and handicrafts
special section on some of the many ethnic groups that make up the people of Laos
insightful information on Lao customs and etiquette
vital transport details, including overland travel and river trips

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