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
editThe Kongsat claim that they originated in the Yunnan Province of China. They are a Tai ethnic group.
Culture
editThe Kongsat have largely assimilated Lao and Lu customs.
Language
editThe Kongsat are multilingual in Yang, Lao, Lue, Khmu, Pounyot.[1]
Religion
editThe 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.