Ethnically, the Lao people originated from southern China, settling in present day Laos from the 13th century onwards. The Lao Kingdom of Lan Xang (meaning 'Kingdom of a Million Elephants') became a powerful player in Southeast Asia and its territory covered much of present day Northeastern Thailand.
Luang Prabang remained the capital of the kingdom until 1545, when it lost its capital and administrative status to Wieng Chan, now Vientiane. The royal palace, however, remained in Luang Prabang and the city continued to be the country's monarchic powerhouse until the communist takeover of 1975.
Ethnically, the Lao people originated from southern China, settling in present day Laos from the 13th century onwards. The Lao Kingdom of Lan Xang (meaning 'Kingdom of a Million Elephants') became a powerful player in Southeast Asia and its territory covered much of present day Northeastern Thailand.Luang Prabang remained the capital of the kingdom until 1545, when it lost its capital and administrative status to Wieng Chan, now Vientiane. The royal palace, however, remained in Luang Prabang and the city continued to be the country's monarchic powerhouse until the communist takeover of 1975.
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