AnimalsLaos has a large number of animal species, including as many as 500 different birds. ... more FoodThe staple food of the Lao is sticky rice. Galangal and fish sauce are important ... more NatureAround 70% of Laos' terrain is mountainous, reaching a maximum elevation of 2,820 m in ... more PeopleAbout half the country's people are ethnic Lao. The Lao are descended from the Tai ... more TransportationThe Mekong and other rivers are essential parts of the country’s transportation system. The choice ... more StreetsRoads in Laos are generally of a very poor standard, and where there is pavement ... more
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