It is important to remember that the tak bat ceremony is not a cultural show put on for the enjoyment of tourists but an age’s old religious ceremony to be respected. It is important to dress properly with shoulders, torso and legs covered. And you should remember to remove your shoes if you’re giving alms. Don’t take flash pictures which could disturb the monk’s walking meditation, don’t make inappropriate noise and stay out of the way of both the monks and the alms givers. Because some tourists can’t be respectful and follow the simple rules, some Lao officials are considering stopping the tradition. That would be a shame.