The CIA’s secret operations in Laos during the Vietnam War were extensive. The agency set up covert bases and organized local fighters against communist forces. One significant base was Long Tieng, also known as Lima Site 85. This top-secret U.S. base, located on a mountaintop in Laos, was overrun by Vietnamese commandos in 1968. The…
Monthly Archives: April 2024
Lao New Year Celebration
Pi Mai Festival Overview Lao New Year Celebration, Pi Mai, also known as Boun Pi, is the most popular festival in Laos. It usually lasts 3 days, but in Luang Prabang, it can extend to almost a week. The main attraction is the water festival, where participants joyfully throw water at each other using water…