The Kongsat people are an ethnic group in Laos.
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 100 (est.) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Laos | |
| Languages | |
| Lao, Lu | |
| Religion | |
| Animism |
Geographic distribution edit
- Population of approximately 100 in Oudomxai Province of Laos (They inhabit the single village of Nam Nyon Village in Namo District)
Origin edit
The Kongsat claim that they originated in the Yunnan Province of China. They are a Tai ethnic group.
Culture edit
The Kongsat have largely assimilated Lao and Lu customs.
Language edit
The Kongsat are multilingual in Yang, Lao, Lue, Khmu, Pounyot.[1]
Religion edit
The Kongsat practice animism.
Celebrations edit
- Celebration of the Tiger (Day of the Tiger according to the traditional 13-day calendar)
- New Year (celebrated on the 7th day of the first lunar month)
- Birth ceremonies
- House construction ceremonies
References edit
- ^ Chazee, Laurent. The Peoples of Laos: Rural and Ethnic Diversities. 2002. White Lotus Press. Bangkok.