Laos

Laos is Southeast Asia's only landlocked country and is renowned for its Buddhist heritage and Mekong landscapes.

Country

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Useful facts for planning

Guide type Country

In this guide

Why go

Capital: Vientiane

Currency: Lao Kip (LAK)

Best time: Nov–Feb

Weather: Tropical monsoon; warm year-round with wet and dry seasons

Top attractions: Luang Prabang • Vientiane • Vang Vieng • Plain of Jars • Pakse

Nature: Mekong River • mountains • forests • waterfalls • limestone landscapes

Quick fact: Laos is Southeast Asia's only landlocked country and is renowned for its Buddhist heritage and Mekong landscapes.