Like many Buddhist countries in Southeast Asia, most of the folk festivals in Laos are closely related to religious beliefs, and the Water Festival, also known as Songkran, is the most important festival of the year in Laos.
Laotian cuisine is known for the coexistence of five flavors: sour, spicy, sweet, salty and bitter, as well as its unique flavor. Laotian cuisine focuses on the freshness and naturalness of the ingredients, as well as the uniqueness and delicacy of the approach.