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Savannakhet’s That Nang Lao Stupa Recognized as Local Level National Heritage

That Nang Lao stupa and Thong Na Ngueak were officially recognized as Laos’ local national heritage sites in Savannakhet Province. On 2 May, Vilabouly District held a cultural ceremony to officially declare the Nang Lao stupa and Thong Na Ngueak (Mermaid Rice Fields) as local-level national heritage sites. Deputy Governor of...

“Liquor Shop by the Cemetery”: Nong’s Bold Return as Voice for the Voiceless

An author holds the power to drive societal reform through fictional characters, raising awareness...

Built with Heart: The Team Behind Luang Prabang’s Pi Mai Parade Tiger

Luang Prabang celebrated Pi Mai Lao, or Lao New Year, with its traditional Nang...

Salavanh Recognizes That Kadaothuek as Cultural Heritage Site

On 17 March, Salavanh Province officially recognized That Kadaothuek as a local national cultural...

HERitage: Women Artisans Exhibition Launches in Luang Prabang

In celebration of International Women’s Day on 8 March, Sofitel Luang Prabang hosted the...

Thai PM Seeks UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Listing for Pha Khao Ma

The Thai government is planning to register the loincloth or "Pha khao ma" as an intangible cultural heritage item with UNESCO to promote Thai...

Laos Seeks UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Listing for Baci Ceremony

Laos is planning to nominate the Baci Ceremony for recognition as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural World Heritage listing.  On Thursday, the Ministry of Information, Culture,...

Fourteen Ancient Buddha Statues Discovered in Bolikhamxay Province

Three local men in Bolikhamxay's Viengthong district accidentally discovered 14 Buddha statues, along with 22 swords and a gong, while exploring the Yiang cave...

Vientiane Capital Anticipates Surge in Tourists for Lao New Year

Vientiane Capital is gearing up for an increase in tourist numbers this year as it prepares to host various activities during the three-day Lao...

Laos Sets Public Holiday Substitution Days for New Year Celebrations

The government of Laos has approved two additional off days as holiday substitutions following the Lao New Year festival or Pi Mai celebration in...

Tourists from Laos, Thailand Flock to See Buddhist Stupa in Mekong River

An ancient Buddhist relic believed to be 700 years old was found floating in the middle of the Mekong River and has drawn a...