Laos

Laos (aka Lao P.D.R) is a small country in Southeast Asia where people live closely to the nature. From the flat lowlands of the Mekong River valley to the mountains, Laos is one of a very beautiful natural place to be. Many people know Laos from the Vietname war. However, there have been many changes. Despite the changes, Lao people still perserve some of the traditional way of living.

Some facts:

• Population: 5.7 Million
• Urban: 30%
• Rural: 70%
• Geography: landlocked country with about 70% of its total area comprises of mountain and a relative flat high land areas
• Currency: Kip,
• $ U.S 1 = 10,000 Kip
• Lao PDR consist of 1 Capital, 17 Provinces, and 142 Districts