Life moves slower in Laos, but the pace is quickening and the 'land of a million elephants' is increasingly in the clutches ...

including the country's landmark - the Pha That Luang, a golden, terraced stupa dating back to the 16th century. Shortly after sunrise monks in saffron-coloured robes carry processional umbrellas ...

A colourful programme of events is being prepared for the annual celebration of Lao New Year (Pi Mai Lao) in Luang Prabang, with a range of activities planned from April 11-20. The official Pi Mai Lao ...