Gallery » ASIA/SOUTH PACIFIC » Round the World 2016 - Southeast Asia » Pandaw Cruise - Vientiane to Jinghong » 11.20.Animist Blessing & Traditional Dancing
This evening we enjoyed a couple of special treats. First, we participated in an Animism ceremony where we each were given an Animist blessing. Animism is a religious belief whereby all objects, places and creatures possess a distinct spiritual essence. It is further believed that all things - animals, rocks, weather systems, plants, etc. - are alive. After receiving this blessing, we enjoyed some traditional dancing. Please click on the first image to begin.