Laos, Landlocked country in Southeast Asia
Laos, located in the heart of the Indochinese peninsula, is known for its mountainous terrain, scenic rivers and an abundance of wildlife.
Formerly ruled by a monarchy, Laos became a communist state after a revolution in 1975.
The majority of Laotians follow Buddhism which extensively influences Laotian art, sculpture and architecture.
Laos Kip (LAK) is the official currency of the country and Lao and French are widely spoken languages.
Laos is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia and is called 'the land of million elephants'.
Inception: 1949
Capital city: Vientiane
Population: 6858160
Website: tourismlaos.org
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