General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Vientiane |
| Country | Laos |
| Currency | Lao kip |
| Main religion | Theravada Buddhism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $18.17 billion |
| Size | 236,800 sq km |
| Population | 7,365,229 |
| Population density | 31.1 people/sq km |
| Kids per female | 2.2 |
| City population | 32.9% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 15∘C |
| Summer | 28∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Lao |
| Population able to read | 73% |
| Population with a college degree | 15.5% |
| Population able to speak english | 1.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 33.2 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Lao Airlines |
| Main airport | Wattay International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $2 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1.5 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $30/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $2/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $25/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $2/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 10% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 23.28/MBits |
| Tld | .la |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 40.5% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 90% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type A, C, F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Lazada |
| Supermarket | Big C |
| Pharmacy | Lao Pharmacy |
| Drugstore | None |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 4/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Petanque |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Laap | A spicy meat salad made with minced pork, beef, or chicken, herbs, and spices. | 2-4 |
| Tam Mak Hoong | A green papaya salad made with shredded papaya, tomatoes, carrots, and peanuts. | 2-3 |
| Khao Piak Sen | A noodle soup made with rice noodles, pork, and vegetables. | 2-3 |
| Ping Kai | Grilled chicken served with sticky rice. | 3-4 |
| Or Lam | A steamed fish dish served with a dipping sauce. | 4-6 |
| Sai Oua | A grilled sausage made with pork, herbs, and spices. | 2-3 |
| Khao Niew | Sticky rice served with a variety of dishes. | 1-2 |
| Khanom Krok | A coconut pancake served with a sweet or savory filling. | 1-2 |
| Luang Prabang Beer | A local beer that is popular in Laos. | 2-3 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Beer Lao | A popular local beer, known for its smooth taste and refreshing aroma | 1-2 |
| Lao-Lao | A traditional Laotian rice whiskey, often served with sticky rice | 2-3 |
| Nam Khao | A sweet and refreshing sticky rice drink, made with roasted rice, coconut milk, and sugar | 1-2 |
| Nam Vong | A non-alcoholic fruit punch, made with pineapple, watermelon, and other tropical fruits | 1-2 |
| Iced Coffee | A strong and flavorful coffee, served over ice with condensed milk | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Textiles | Laos is known for its beautiful textiles, which are often hand-woven and feature intricate designs. | $10-$50 |
| Silverware | Laos is also known for its silverwork, which is often made into jewelry, bowls, and other decorative items. | $20-$100 |
| Lacquerware | Lacquerware is a type of art that involves applying multiple layers of lacquer to a surface, creating a smooth, glossy finish. | $15-$50 |
| Ceramics | Laos is home to a number of skilled ceramicists, who create a variety of beautiful and functional items. | $10-$30 |
| Wood carvings | Wood carvings are another popular souvenir in Laos, and can be found in a variety of styles and sizes. | $20-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Lao New Year | April 13-15 | Celebrates the traditional Lao New Year |
| International Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| National Day | December 2 | Celebrates the anniversary of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Vientiane Times |
| Online news | Vientiane Times |
| Tv | Lao National Television |
| Radio | Lao National Radio |