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| Information sur la photo |
Copyright: David Smeaton (david)
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| Genre: Gens |
| Média: Couleur |
| Date de prise de vue: 2005-12-29 |
| Catégories: Vie quotidienne |
| Appareil photographique: Nikon D50 |
| Versions: version originale |
| Carnet de voyage: Beautiful Laos |
| Date de soumission: 2006-01-14 9:09 |
| Vue: 669 |
| Points: 6 |
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| [Ligne directrice - Note] Note du photographe |
"The morning monks' alms round (Tak Bat) is a living Buddhist tradition for the people of Luang Prabang which, because of its beauty, has become a major tourist attraction. However, when tourists are unaware of its customs, their inappropriate behaviour can be disruptive. We would like to draw your attention to this religious practice, which has great meaning for the population of Luang Prabang.
*Observe the ritual in silence, and contribute an offering only if it is meaningful for you and you can do so respectfully.
*Please buy the rice at the local market earlier that morning, rather than from the street vendors along the monks' route.
*If you do not wish to make an offering, please keep an appropriate distance and behave respectfully. Do not get in the way of the monks' procession or the believers' offerings.
*Do not photograph the monks too closely; camera flashes are very disturbing for both monks and lay people.
*Dress appropriately: shoulders, chest, and legs should be covered.
*Do not make any physical contact with the monks.
*Large buses are forbidden within the Luang Prabang World Heritage Site and are extremely disturbing. Do not follow the procession on a bus - you will stand above the monks, which in Laos is disrespectful.
Take part in the almsgiving ceremony by protecting its dignity and its beauty. The community and the authorities of Luang Prabang thank you in advance for your collaboration."
- Taken from The Luang Prabang Provincial Tourism Office information on respecting the monks' traditional culture in Laos. |
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- gaby
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David bonsoir - nice shot - I like the panorama format and the orange dress of the monk on the white wall - splendid contrast -
well captured
Have a nice week end
Thanks
Gaby
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- Angshu
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Minimalsitc, simple, yet wonderful...sums up Luang Prabang
Cheers
Angshu
simple composition and contrast.. works well with the white wall.. well done
