the Guardian Spirit Ritual of Lau,Mae Hong Son Province

1987 – Lua house with a wide porch for relaxation, where most everyday activity is conducted.

the Guardian Spirit Ritual of Lau,Mae Hong Son Province

1987 – A Lua woman prepares food on the porch. Most activity is conducted on the porch as there is only one room in the house and the fireplace is inside.

the Guardian Spirit Ritual of Lau,Mae Hong Son Province

1987 – A Lua woman prepares food on the porch. Most activity is conducted on the porch as there is only one room in the house and the fireplace is inside.

the Guardian Spirit Ritual of Lau,Mae Hong Son Province

1987 – Lua house with a wide porch for relaxation, where most everyday activity is conducted.

the Guardian Spirit Ritual of Lau,Mae Hong Son Province

1987 – A traditional Lua house thatched with straw. A kalae decorates the apex of the gable. A wide porch provides space for relaxation and for conducting daily activities.