Thailand: A Thai lakhon nai performer, Ayutthaya (1987)

Lakhon nai is a performing art originating in the royal court of Thailand (formerly Siam). It features a slow choreography accompanied by a piphat ensemble (traditional musical group). A variation of this genre with male performers is called lakhon nai phu chai.

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CPA Media Co. Ltd.

Photographer:

David Henley

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Pictures From Asia