Laos .. Luang Prabang .. Alms giving

We got up at 5:30 am to watch the monks receive alms.  The local people leave their houses and wait quietly to distibute rice, fruit and sweet snacks to the passing monks. This will be the monks one meal of the day. The tradition of alms giving dates back to the 14th century.  It is a peaceful and spiritual experience which is performed in total silence.