18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
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I took this picture in Luang Prabang (Laos). Every morning between 5 and 6 am takes place the Sai Bat (morning alms, it is a longstanding tradition in Laos Buddhist culture). It involves people placing food and personal care items into the alms bowls of passing monks. It's a silent and sacred ceremony.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2019
Date Uploaded: 11.2020
Photo Location: Luang Prabang, Laos
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Copyright: © Marcello Perino