A large, smiling Maitreya Buddha (Phat Di Lac) statue, carved from a natural granite boulder, stands centrally in an outdoor temple courtyard under an overcast sky in an unknown city in Vietnam. The light grey Buddha figure is recessed within a leaf-shaped alcove carved into the brownish-grey boulder, seated cross-legged with prayer beads in its left hand. The boulder rests on an ornate white marble pedestal featuring detailed relief carvings, including decorative borders, floral motifs, and stylized creatures at the corners. The words "PHAT DI LAC" are carved into the front of the pedestal. Three small, dark objects, possibly burnt incense sticks, are present on the upper right surface of the pedestal. To the left, a white temple building with intricate architecture, columns, and railings is visible. To the right, a second temple building with a dark, multi-tiered tiled roof and light-colored walls is partially visible. The ground is paved with light-toned flagstones. No individuals are present in the scene.

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