large hilltop golden buddha statue at wat phousalao,overlooking mekong river at sunset,pakse,laos

laos pakse golden buddha wat phousalao illuminated artificial light lights steps glowing dusk evening mekong river hilltop landmark southern early afterglow sky underneath monument beneath temple lao buddhists culture religion large outside buddhism buddhist sunset sunlight ancient holy site gold travel destination overlooking religious worship historic famous vibrant shining statue lighting beautiful visible popular tourist attraction winding