IGMA Award

Days through Laos land, we'll find sacred stupas glowing where the Mekong's bending. Time — we'll honor ancient ways, as we float on boats through riverside towns wending. 80 temples grace our land, while monks chant prayers before the dawn is breaking. Round, round, through fragrant Laos. Round, through peaceful Laos. Round, through blessed Laos. Round, through cherished Laos.

Buddhist festivals light the nights, blessings flow like rain. Feel the spirits, hear the khene, as dancers move again. Boun, Boun, Boun Pi Mai! Boun, Boun, That Luang Feast! Boun, Boun, Bang Fai high! Boun, Boun, hearts released! Sabaidee!

Village life flows with the seasons, traditions guide our ways. Feel the wisdom, hear the drums, as communities embrace. Songs, songs, ancient songs we share! Songs, songs, elders tell tales! Songs, songs, children learn care! Songs, songs, love prevails! Sabaidee Lao!