Laos

SHORT INFORMATION

Overview of Laos

Officially name: The Lao People's Democratic Republic

Capital: Vientiane

Largest city: Vientiane

Official language: Lao

Government: Socialist republic, Communist single-party state

SHORT INFORMATION

RELIGION AND BELIEFS IN LAOS

Within Laos approximately 60-70% of the population are said to be Theravada Buddhists, with the remaining population largely following Animism in the form of spirit (phii) worship.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Laos Food

Lao food is distinct from other Asia cuisines, although it is somewhat similar to the food found in the northeastern part of Thailand in the area known as Isan.