Luang Prabang

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Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang - the ancient capital of the kingdom of Laos - is famous for its temples.

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The oldest temple in Luang Prabang dates
back to 16th century.

Typical temple architecture.

Temple doors are decorated with different
motives.

Seven headed snakes guard often temple
entrances.

Three headed elephant is a frequent motive.

Temple guardian

This Buddha statue comes from Sri Lanka,
5th century.

Mosaic on a temple is nice but not old (1950).

Collection of old Buddha statues in a cave.

Flowers have eyes and whiskers in Laos.

The oldest temple in Luang Prabang dates back to 16th century.	Typical temple architecture.
Temple doors are decorated with different motives.	Seven headed snakes guard often temple entrances.
Three headed elephant is a frequent motive.	Temple guardian
This Buddha statue comes from Sri Lanka, 5th century.	Mosaic on a temple is nice but not old (1950).
Collection of old Buddha statues in a cave.	Flowers have eyes and whiskers in Laos.