That Ing Hang Festival 18 - 24 December 2007, Savannakhet Province

Celebrate 1 year anniversary of the International friendship bridge II. Lao - Vietnam - Thai trade fair exhibition. Watch the performance show from Middle provincial of Laos, Vietnam and Thailand. Participate the Buddhism activity in That Ing Hang Stupa. Enjoy the traditional sport activity from local residents and neighboring country. Test traditional food festival from local resident. Participate the workshop in [...]  Detail

Hmong New Year in Oudomxay, Xieng Khouang, Luang Prabang and Vientiane Province (between mid December 2007 until January 2008)

This year, the Hmong New Year celebration features colorful displays of traditional costumes made from green, red and white silk and ornate silver jewelry. Music from traditional Hmong instruments such as the teun-flute, Hmong-style khene pipe and leave blowing is enjoyed. Other festivities include the Makkhon (cotton-ball) throwing ceremony, ox fighting, spinning-top races and crossbow [...]  Detail

The Elephant Festival 15-17 February 2008, Paklay, Sayabouly Province, Laos

Paklay town has always been famous for elephants. The expert training and handling capabilities of local mahouts have made Paklay the focal point of Lao elephant-lore. In Paklay, elephants are sacred. They have been man’s best friend since time immemorial. Traditionally used for work in the forest, these magnificent animals are now looking forward to [...]  Detail