title: Lao Lom
text: # Lao Lom
  
  The Lao Lom (Thai: ลาวหล่ม, pronounced), also called Tai Lom (ไทหล่ม, pronounced) or Tai Loei (ไทเลย, pronounced), are an ethnic group in Thailand and Laos. They should not be confused with the Lao Loum (lowland Lao), who make up approximately 69% of the population of Laos.
  
  ## Geographic distribution
  
  The Lao Lom have a population of approximately 27,000 spread out over the Loei, Phetchabun, Phitsanulok and Nong Khai Provinces of Thailand. There are also Lao Lom in the Bokeo Province of Laos.
  
  ## Culture
  
  The Lao Lom are known for a social way of life.
  
  ## Religion
  
  * Theravada Buddhism
  