In local wats, look for typical Tai Lü details such as silver-stencilled patterning on red pillars and ceilings, and the use of long vertical prayer flags.The most visually striking monastic buildings are at Wat Xieng Jai and Wat Namkeo Luang . The latter features an entry porch agog with red-tongued golden naga and an unusually tall and ornate gilded stupa. Some villagers still draw water from shaduf-style lever wells in the slowly gentrifying bâan opposite. Nearby you can also find a modest Lak Bâan spirit-totem, but touching it would cause serious offence.
