BOKEO PROVINCE, Laos -- A historic discovery of Buddha statues and other valuable artifacts in Laos has sent tourists from near and far to a small village in Southeast Asia's Golden Triangle, with hopes of seeing remnants of what some believe are from an ancient lost city.
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Laos village buzzes with tourists over rumors of lost 'golden city'
Residents hope for economic boost after ancient treasures unearthed
Buddha statues discovered in the Mekong River are stored at a temple in Bokeo province, Laos. (Photo by Kosuke Inoue)
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