Facts About Laos
General information about Laos
Language: Lao
Capital city: Vientiane
Population: 7 million
Religion: Sunni Islam and Christianity
Currency: Kip
Climate
Time Difference
On daylight saving time Laos is in timezone GMT+7, and on winter time they are oin timezone GMT+6.
Visa Regulations
Your passport must be valid for 6 months after your return date. A visa is required and the application is completed upon arrival. To obtain a visa, you must bring a passport photo and 30 USD in cash.
Vaccinations
Documentation of yellow fever vaccination is required for stays of more than 12 hours in a country with yellow fever.
- For stays of less than 4 weeks: Tetanus/diphtheria, Hepatitis A and malaria
- For stays under 6 months: Tetanus/diphtheria, hepatitis A, malaria and hepatitis B
- For stays over 6 months: Tetanus/diphtheria, hepatitis A, malaria, hepatitis B and typhoid fever
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Sights & Attractions
Elephant Village Sanctuary
Get up close to the majestic animals on your tour of Asia The sanctuary is dedicated to protecting the elephants of Laos, as well as providing work for the people of the nearby village. The elephants in the reserve have previously been used for work and are now protected.
Wat Phu
The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the oldest temples in the country that has been used over the years. The temple is located at the base of Phu Kao Mountain, which is considered a sacred mountain. There are also ruins of smaller temples nearby and with the Mekong River in the background, it’s a great experience on a trip to Asia.
The Living Land Company
Here you have the opportunity to try your hand as a farmer in Laos. Here you can learn how to plow the fields, harvest rice paddies and gain knowledge about agriculture in Laos. It is also possible to just observe if you don’t want to try your hand at farming.
Pha Pheng Waterfall
Here you can stand at the base of the largest waterfall in Southeast Asia and watch the water from several different directions come together to form a large waterfall. It’s possible to take a short hike in the area so you can observe the waterfall from multiple angles.
Nong Khiaw viewpoint
Spice up your Asia tour by taking a short hike of about 1.5 hours to reach the top of the mountain at Nong Khiaw, which will give you a great view of the city and the Nam Ou River. It’s a good idea to plan your hike carefully, as it’s not possible to buy water on the way to the top. There is also the option of taking a boat ride on the river if you don’t want to hike to the top.
Nature’s stunning surroundings
The nature of Laos is absolutely stunning, as is the wildlife that inhabits it. From the most beautiful waterfalls and rivers to ancient temples and reserves, you’ll find everything in the beautiful, nature-rich Laos.