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Luang Prabang, literally meaning: "Royal Buddha Image", is a city in north central Laos. It was listed in 1995 for unique and "remarkably" well preserved architectural, religious and cultural heritage, a blend of the rural and urban developments over several centuries, including the French colonial influences during the 19C and 20C. Luang Prabang is well known for its numerous Buddhist temples and monasteries. Every morning, hundreds of monks from the various monasteries walk through the streets collecting alms. One of the city's major landmarks is the 150m Mount Phou Si; theres' a steep staircase leading to Wat Chom Si shrine, where you can overlook of the city and the rivers.
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Luang Prabang, literally meaning: "Royal Buddha Image", is a city in north central Laos. It was listed in 1995 for unique and "remarkably" well preserved architectural, religious and cultural heritage, a blend of the rural and urban developments over several centuries, including the French colonial influences during the 19C and 20C. Luang Prabang is well known for its numerous Buddhist temples and monasteries. Every morning, hundreds of monks from the various monasteries walk through the streets collecting alms. One of the city's major landmarks is the 150m Mount Phou Si; theres' a steep staircase leading to Wat Chom Si shrine, where you can overlook of the city and the rivers.
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