📜 Yeak Laom is an idyllic, circular volcanic lake, approximately 160 feet (48 meters) deep, formed 4,000 years ago, and is sacred to locals, popular for swimming and nature viewing. # Why Go 🌊 Crystal clear waters, especially after rainy season, ideal for swimming 🦋 Spot exotic birds and butterflies 🏊‍♀️ Common for locals and tourists to swim 🚶‍♀️ Trails and wooden planks encircle the lake 🛍️ Visitor center offers information and handicrafts # Why Avoid ⚠️ Unexploded ordnance occasionally found in the region; going off the beaten path is not recommended. # Tips 🚲 Ideal for a bike ride from Banlung (approx. three miles) 🚗 Easily reachable by taxis or motorbikes 🚫 Forbidden to use detergents, gamble, or argue in the lake ☔ Visit during or shortly after rainy season for vibrant green scenery