Mythical masked lion figure dancing in front of golden Sim, Wat Xieng Thong, Lao New Year (Pi Mai Lao), Luang Prabang, Laos

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Lao New Year is celebrated in Luang Prabang on the 14, 15 & 16th April with processions, alms giving and city-wide water fights. The main procession is on the 15 April.

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Size: 4290px × 2849px
Location: Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang Province, Laos
Photo credit: © Steve_Davey / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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