Laos Festival Pays Tribute To The White Grain That Feeds The Nation
PHNOM PENH, Nov 26 (Bernama) — As the golden rays of the sun fall across the stunning Xiengkhouang Province in northern Laos today, a festive energy sweeps through the villages as locals gather to celebrate the unique Khao Kai Noy Rice Festival. For the next four days, thousands of farmers from sleepy mountain villages will showcase Laos’ rich agricultural heritage, traditional cuisine and vibrant culture to the world. Not even months of relentless rain—damaging crops and farmland—seem likely to dampen the spirit of the celebration. “Xiengkhouang province is expecting a large crowd to attend the annual Khao Kai Noi festival. […]