That Luang Stupa, Vientianne. Naga (multi-headed mythological snake).

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This is the alleged reliquary of the BuddhaÆs breastbone. The snake (cobra), adopted into Buddhism as protectors of Buddha.

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Location: LAOS
Photo credit: © Natalie Tepper / Alamy / Afripics
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