Laos

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Alcoholic Drinks in Laos

Beer Lao Brewery Co (LBC), located on the outskirts of Vientiane, produces the very drinkable Bia Lao, the Romanized name for which is 'Beerlao' (sometimes , spelt 'Beer Lao'). A draught version (bia sot: fresh beer) is so far available only in bars in Vientiane, and like all Beerlao contains 5% alcohol.

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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.

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Vientiane

Vientiane is the capital of Laos with a population of presently 464.000 , located on the bank of the Mekong river.