Officially known as the Lao People's Democratic Republic, Laos was a French protectorate until 1950, when it was granted some autonomy under Charles de Gaulle. In 1954, the country gained its independence as a constitutional monarchy. During the Vietnam War, it became involved when the North Vietnamese Army used it as a supply route, and it was an entirely socialist nation, but has little by little replaced the economic system. The capital of Laos is Vientiane.
Regular Websites
Lists governmental officials, ministries, and departments key to the country, along with maps and the kids' version of the site. - CIA Factbook: Laos
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/world-leaders-1/world-leaders-l/laos.html
Lao National Tourism Administration
Presents details about the national tourism business, upcoming events, helpful facts and "how to" answers as well as contact options. - Lao National Tourism Administration
http://www.tourismlaos.org/
Offers a history of the country, political details, and information about the various provinces as well as a breakdown of the demographics, culture, and economy. - Lao Voices
http://laovoices.com/about-laos/
Disseminates news and information about politics, business, sports, and international news and offers emergency numbers, monetary exchange rates, and weather. - Natioal Portal of Laos
http://www.laopdr.gov.la/ePortal/home/home.action?request_locale=en_US