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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 Flights

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Laos Tours

Tours in Laos

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Lonely Planet: Laos

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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