Laos

Introduction

Laos is located in Asia, with its capital being Vientiane and the official language being Lao language.

Lao Kip is the legal tender of Laos. The top-level domain of Laos is .la, and to make an overseas call to Laos, you need to add +856 / 00856 before the number.

The IANA time zone of Laos is Asia/Vientiane. The local time is 1 hours ahead compared to Beijing time. On 2025-12-30, the sunrise time in Laos's capital Vientiane is 06:40, and the sunset time is 17:44.

Laos: A Serene Landlocked Country in Southeast Asia

Laos is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia, located in the northern part of the Indochinese Peninsula. It borders China, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, and Cambodia, with the Mekong River flowing through its entire territory. Vientiane, the capital, serves as the political and economic center and is also the largest city in Laos. The official language is Lao, and Buddhism is the state religion, creating a rich cultural atmosphere where traditional temples and French colonial buildings complement each other. The economy is dominated by agriculture, while tourism has developed rapidly in recent years. Popular attractions include the ancient city of Luang Prabang (a World Heritage Site), the karst landscape of Vang Vieng, and Mekong River cruises. Laos is known for its simple and honest people and well-preserved natural ecology, earning it the reputation of being a "hidden paradise in Southeast Asia" and an ideal destination to experience the serene charm of Southeast Asia.