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Theravada monks in Laos (17 images)

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Buddhism is the primary religion of Laos and around 85% of population is believed to be Buddhist. Lao Buddhism is a unique version of Theravada Buddhism and is at the basis of Lao culture. It is reflected throughout the country from language to the temple and in art, literature, performing arts and other social, cultural and economic aspects.

Lao Buddhists are very devout and almost every man joins a Wat (monastery or temple), for at least a short period of time. Many men also...
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