Luang Prabang is named after this most sacred of Buddha images. Learn more about its origins.
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Spirits live in the land, the trees and the water of Luang Prabang and paying respects to them is part of daily life.
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These serpentine water spirits protect Luang Prabang from misfortune and feature in many festivals.
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Grandfather and Grandmother Ngeu are the ancestor spirits of Luang Prabang and play a key role at Lao New Year.
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The annual boat races are a lively festival, but behind the intense competition many ancient traditions are still observed.
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The Fire-Boat Festival with its beautiful illuminated paper boats is a visual feast for visitors and residents of Luang Prabang
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Luang Prabang is famous for its beautiful temples. But what is the function of all the different buildings inside a typical monastery compound?
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Mae Thoranee's statue can be seen everywhere in Luang Prabang but who is she and why is she wringing her hair?
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