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Bokeo Overview
Bokeo, meaning ‘gem mine’ is the smallest province in Laos, but one of the most ethnically diverse with over 30 recognized ethnic groups. The Lahu, a Tibeto-Burman speaking people common in northern Myanmar and Thailand are present in Bokeo in significant proportions. The province is located in the heart of the infamous “Golden Triangle” sharing borders with Luang Namtha as well as Myanmar and Thailand. Houay Xay, just across the border from the Thai town of Chiang Kong is a popular starting point for boat trips down the Mekong to Luang Prabang, a two-day journey south.
Since ancient times Huay Xay, the provincial capital, has been the disembarkation point for travellers and traders from Yunnan province in southern China on their way to Thailand. It is still a...Read more |
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Located: in the northewestern of Laos.
Total area: 6,196 square kilometers.
Population: 165,661.
05 Districts: Houay Xai, Ton Pheung, Meung, Pha-oudom and Paktha.
Capital: Houay xai. |
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