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The Kong  Phene  - Midday  Drum

Stamp featuring the Kong  Phene  - Midday  Drum

In Laos, drums are used in temples and villages. In villages, drums are used to announce the villagers the time of midday and remind them certain special days of the calendar and events like festivals. They are also used to alert people from coming dangers such as flood and fire. In temples, drums are used to announce the monks their schedule like awakening and going to Takbat (gathering food), prayers and meals times.

Issued Country Laos
Issued Year 1970
Category Buddhist Arts
Type Postage Stamps
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