Laos

Capital: Vientiane

Laos is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia. It covers about 236,800 square kilometres, and the Mekong River flows through it.
Laos forests shelter more than 50 mammal species and nearly 300 bird species. In 1993, 21 percent of the land was set aside to protect habitats.
Luang Prabang, listed by UNESCO in 1995, blends Lao architecture, European colonial buildings and more than 30 Buddhist temples.
Pha That Luang in Vientiane is about 45 metres tall and was built in 1566. It was originally surrounded by 30 smaller stupas.

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