Laos
SHORT INFORMATION
Currency Of Laos
The local currency is the KIP. Notes come in denominations of 100, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10.000 and 20.000 Kips.
HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS
Laos Holidays
Despite the Communist takeover in the mid-1970s, Laos remains a Buddhist country in everything but name. Patriotic holidays are still celebrated in this landlocked country, but only on Buddhist holidays do the Lao people let their hair down and celebrate.
FOOD AND BEVERAGES
Laos Drinks
Water purified for drinking purposes is simply called nam deum (drinking water), whether it is boiled or filtered.