As dawn broke over Luang Prabang, saffron-robed monks trod the streets receiving alms but a cacophonous influx of camera-clutching tourists shattered the peace of the ancient Laotian town.For decades, Luang Prabang has seen large numbers of tourists come from all over the world to witness the morning alms-giving, but locals say the ceremony now resembles a photo shoot.
Fanny Yeung, Travel Industry Council executive director, says visitors from the mainland estimated to be about 80 to 85 per cent of pre-pandemic levels.
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