Pi Mai, or Lao New Year takes place in mid April every year.
The Phra Bang, Luang Prabang's holiest Buddha image, is taken from Haw Phra Bang to Wat Mai during Pi Mai. The photos show the Phra Bang in Wat Mai and the procession to return the Phra Bang to Haw Phra Bang and other festivities.
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Luang Prabang licence number:Ā AA6174