Buddhist religious centre in Laos, on the Mekong River at the head of river navigation; population (2007 est) 52,500. It was the capital of the kingdom of Louangphrabang, incorporated in Laos in 1946, and the royal capital of Laos 194675.
White represents a desire for peace and liberty. Green symbolizes freedom and agricultural wealth. Red stands for the courage of spilt blood of the freedom fighters. Effective date: 22 November 1990.