About Khun Lo
Lived 700 – 780. Khun Lo was a Laotian monarch.
Khun Lo, legendary founder of the city of Luang Prabang (then known as Muang Sua during his reign), was the eldest of the seven sons of the Khun Borom, and is credited as being the first of the prehistoric Lao monarchs. The royal families of Laos trace their lineage to him.
Khun Lo died in 780 and was succeeded by Khun Sung.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Khun Lo?
First of the Lao kings
When was Khun Lo born?
Khun Lo was born in 700.
When did Khun Lo die?
Khun Lo died in 780.
What was Khun Lo's occupation?
Khun Lo was a monarch.
What nationality was Khun Lo?
Khun Lo was Laotian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Khun Lo. https://biography.guide/khun-lo/
MLA: "Khun Lo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/khun-lo/.
Chicago: "Khun Lo." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/khun-lo/.
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