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Visiting Laos

Q: Laos is the most heavily bombed country per capita in history, with an estimated 80 million unexploded bombs still in the ground from the Vietnam War era?

Yes. Laos is the most heavily bombed country per capita in history, with an estimated 80 million unexploded bombs still in the ground from the Vietnam War era.

Q: The Plain of Jars features thousands of mysterious stone jars scattered across the landscape, some dating back 2,000 years?

Yes. The Plain of Jars features thousands of mysterious stone jars scattered across the landscape, some dating back 2,000 years.

AsiaSoutheast Asia

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Capital

Vientiane

Population

7.5M

Currency

Lao Kip (LAK)

Best Time to Visit

November–March

Travel Statistics

#33

World Tourism Rank

0.16%

of World Land Area

UNESCO Sites

Neighboring Countries

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Recommended: November–March

Fun Facts

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Laos is the most heavily bombed country per capita in history, with an estimated 80 million unexploded bombs still in the ground from the Vietnam War era.

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The Plain of Jars features thousands of mysterious stone jars scattered across the landscape, some dating back 2,000 years.

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Slow boats down the Mekong and saffron-robed monks at dawn.

- A traveler on visiting Laos

About Laos

Laos is Southeast Asia's most laid-back destination, offering travelers a peaceful escape along the mighty Mekong River. The UNESCO-listed town of Luang Prabang charms with its morning alms-giving ceremonies and French-colonial architecture, while the countryside reveals dramatic karst landscapes and hidden caves. Laos rewards those who slow down and embrace its gentle pace of life.