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26 things to do in Laos
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Boun Khao Phansa or the First Day of Buddhist Lent
It can be a very calming and peaceful experience to join the Lao people in temples on the first day of Buddhist Lent
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Butterflies
While butterflies dance around, your mind can calm you can enjoy their simple colourful beauty
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Gibbon Experience
This activity is undoubtedly for those who are not afraid of heights
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Caring for an Elephant
Enjoy the unique experience of caring for an elephant
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Opium Poppy Flowers
Blooming poppies turn the green hills of Laos into amazing impressionist pictures
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Boun That Luang Festival
The most important Buddhist celebration in Laos welcomes its visitors with flowers, music, and wax castles
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Lao-Lao Whiskey
Enjoy a quiet and tiny Lao village on the bank of Mekong River and learn how to make real rice whiskey
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Traditional Lao Wedding
Rural Lao weddings are a great demonstration of national traditions. Hopefully some friends will invite you over
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Boun Awk Phansa or the End of Buddhist Lent
Water dragons, flower boats, and floating candles—all part of this magical festival!
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Pi Mai or Songkran—Lao New Year & Water Festival
No fireworks or fancy family dinners, but rather a temple worship, splashing water, and street food
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Boun Bang Fai or Rocket Festival
For just the right amount of rain try the Lao way and send off a rocket to the god of rain
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Khao Nom Kok or Lao Coconut Cakes
Delicious and part of an ancient legend these coconut cakes are truly irresistible!
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Hmong New Year
An indigenous ethnic group of Northern Laos displays its colorful festive traditions
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Trekking to Bolaven Plateau & Tad Fane Waterfall
Trekking in the rainforests can be somewhat challenging, but very rewarding with magnificent vistas and untouched nature
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Slow Boat on the Mekong River
A peaceful trip along the Mekong River is a great way to get acquainted with Lao people and take great pictures
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Edible Insects
Why not broaden your palate with various insect species?
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Meditation during Buddhist Holidays
Calm your mind and practice wholesome meditation in a Lao Buddhist temple
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Asian Black Bear
Though this species is endangered, great efforts are being made by the people of Laos to save it
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Baci Ceremony
This ceremony helps people to bind one's inner spirits to the body for good health and luck
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Climbing
Try out some climbing in the Karst hills for great views of the green countryside and winding rivers
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Khao Lam Rice in Bamboo
Lao rice dishes can be spicy, salty, or sweet. Do not miss the chance to try the latter in one of its many variations