Laos: Reclining Buddha detail near the door of the sim (ordination hall), Wat Souvannakhiri (Wat Khili), Luang Prabang

Wat Souvannakhiri (Wat Khili) was built in the 18th century and is noted for its glass mosaics and gilded door and window panels.

Luang Prabang was formerly the capital of a kingdom of the same name. Until the communist takeover in 1975, it was the royal capital and seat of government of the Kingdom of Laos. The city is nowadays a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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David Henley

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