Caption: Luang Prabang, Laos - Apr 1999. A monks residence on Mount Phousi. Renouncing material possessions, monks devote their lives to studying holy


Caption: Luang Prabang, Laos - Apr 1999. A monks residence on Mount Phousi. Renouncing material possessions, monks devote their lives to studying holy texts and venerating Buddha. Built on the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers, Luang Prabang is an auspicious site in Buddhist mythology. Subsequently, the town hosts the largest number of temples per capita in the world. Credit: Leisa Contact: Legal Notice: Any use of this picture is subject to a license agreement entered into by the user and AsiaWorks Photography Ltd. All other rights reserved. Any re-use and redistribution of this image is prohibited. For sales enquiries regarding any additional use of this or other pictures from AsiaWorks Photography please contact


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