Dok Champa is Laos' national flower

Laos' national flower is the lovely Dok Champa. The Laotians see it as sacred and revere it. Although its official name is Plumeria Rubra, the flower known as Frangipani is exclusively known as Dok Champa in Laos. Dok Champa denotes joy and sincerity, hence the gorgeous flower may be found growing across Laos. The flower is used in many religious ceremonies and is widely produced within temples and monasteries, and travelers to Laos are often given a Dok Champa necklace upon arrival.

The flower is also considered lucky, so don't be shocked if you notice a lot of companies in Laos with the name Dok Champa in it. You won't be grumbling about the flower's abundance, though, for it has a wonderfully sweet aroma that will always remind us of romantic nights spent in Laos! arrival.