Laos

by Donald Gilliland, Sep 5, 2001 | Destinations: Laos / Luang Prabang

Young novice monks make their early morning alms rounds through the streets of Luang Prabang.

Young novice monks make their early morning alms rounds through the streets of Luang Prabang.

Image © 2000 Donald Gilliland

Young novice monks make their early morning alms rounds through the streets of Luang Prabang.

A monk rests on the steps of a pavilion at Wat Xiang Thong.

Early morning risers in Luang Prabang will witness a sea of orange walking down the streets.

Monks at Wat Sop in Luang Prabang gather to watch a puppet show.

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