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04.13.09Myanmar Thingyan[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="400" caption="Bagan Thingyan"][/caption] Now is the time for celebration. The whole country of Myanmar (Burma) is celebrating Thingyan or water festival this week. Not only in Myanmar, but also among Burmese communities all over the world are celebrating Thingyan. In case you don't know what thingyan is, Thingyan is the celebration for the Myanmar New Year. You can read about Myanmar Thingyan in the article I wrote on Today in Myanmar at Myanmar Thingyan. Related posts:Thingyan (Songkran) – Myanmar water festival Hey, here is a cool Thingyan – Myanmar water... Thingyan (or) Water Festival Blogs on Blogger.com There are ...
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12.26.08Yangon (Rangoon) travel guide – Shwedagon and arroundYangon (Rangoon) is the former administrative capital of Myanmar (Burma). Although the government has moved the capital to Naypyidaw, Yangon remains the commercial capital of Myanmar (Burma). Yangon is the only port of entry in Myanmar, and because there are many historical places in Yangon, it is worth visiting the City a few days before traveling up country. Brief Historical Note Yangon was established by King Alaungphaya in 1755. Formerly known as Dagon, a small town at the end of Hlaing River (Yangon River), the town rapidly established itself into a booming port town under Burmese kings. Because of its strategic location, ...
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12.20.08Myanmar Etiquette – General RulesMyanmar is a country of people with deep rooted custom and religion. For a westerner visiting Myanmar, there are a number of things that they need to observe. Some of the Myanmar etiquette rules may be strange for westerners. However, if you follow some simple rules, your stay in Myanmar will be happier. Myanmar (Burmese) people are very friendly and helpful, especially towards visitors. Respecting Myanmar (Burmese) culture, custom and etiquette rules will gain respect and friendship from Myanmar people. The followings are some of the general rules that you should always bear ...
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12.13.08Rhodendron (Taung-za-lat) of Chin Land – Another song by Salai Thaw NaHere is another song about Chin Land by the same Chin song writer, Salai Thaw Na. This is about the famous flower Rhodendron (Taung-za-lat) which is also the national flower of Chin State. This song is also in Burmese. Related posts:Welcome to Chin Land – The most famous song about Chin Hills and Chin Land The most famous song about Chin Hills and Chin Land,... Home Land of Chin People – A music video The above is a music video by Kyo Kyar... Chin National Day on 20 February Just a quick reminder. Chin National Day is on 20... Related posts brought to ...
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11.21.08Welcome to Chin Land – The most famous song about Chin Hills and Chin LandThe most famous song about Chin Hills and Chin Land, by the same song writer Salai Thaw Na. This song was sung very frequently in Chin Land as well as aired on Myanmar TV quite frequently. This song is also in Burmese. Enjoy. Related posts:Rhodendron (Taung-za-lat) of Chin Land – Another song by Salai Thaw Na Here is another song about Chin Land by the... Home Land of Chin People – A music video The above is a music video by Kyo Kyar... Memorial stones from Chin Hills If you travel in Chin Hills, you will see many... Related posts brought to ...
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11.15.08Home Land of Chin People – A music videoThe above is a music video by Kyo Kyar and Cindy, two Chin singers about Chin Land. The title is "The Home Land of Chin People" and composed by a Chin song writer Salai Thaw Na. The lyric is in Burmese, not in Chin. Please enjoy. Related posts:Welcome to Chin Land – The most famous song about Chin Hills and Chin Land The most famous song about Chin Hills and Chin Land,... Rhodendron (Taung-za-lat) of Chin Land – Another song by Salai Thaw Na Here is another song about Chin Land by the... Chin National Day 2007 This is another video of ...
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11.08.08Myanmar Astrological WebsitesMany people reached my website by searching Myanmar (Burmese) astrological sites. So I think it would be a valuable to my visitors if I could compile a list of all the websites about Myanmar astrology. http://mmastrology.myanmarbloggers.org/ http://myanmarastrology.blogspot.com/ http://7spherehere.blogspot.com/ Hope these link will be useful to my readers. Related posts:Myanmar Astrology If you are a fan of Myanmar (Burmese) astrology, this... Interesting Myanmar Websites – 2 Here is an addition of New interesting Myanmar websites. Myanmar... One thing I hate about Myanmar sites and blogs There are now a number of Myanmar web sites and... Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
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10.30.08Kya Kyan (Kya Gyan) by APKHere is a document I found on SCRIBD. It is called Kya Kyan (Kya Gyan), a collection of series of weekly cartoons by Aw Pi Kyae (APK). APK is a famous cartoonist who usually portrays the rediculous aspect of human nature in a humerous way. His cartoons are famous among Myanmar readers as they delicately portray the current social situation in Myanmar. The one here is a good example. It is written in Burmese so you won't understand the meaning of these cartoons. Even if you read the English translation, it is difficult for you to understand the hidden meaning ...
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05.03.08Myanmar AstrologyIf you are a fan of Myanmar (Burmese) astrology, this is a good starting point for you. Not only you could see what your future is, you can also learn Myanmar astrology at this site. The site has extensive articles on Myanmar traditional astrology. Some of the articles are quite indepth. I believe all Myanmar astrology lovers will love this site very much. Check it out at Myanmar Astrology. Related posts:Myanmar Astrological Websites Many people reached my website by searching Myanmar (Burmese) astrological... Myanmar MP3 Music free downloads Hi guys. To all those Myanmar (Burmese) Music lovers over... Myanmar Blogger Society Myanmar Blogger ...
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04.18.08Ah-lhu – a donation ceremonyWhen you visit Myanmar, you will encounter ah-lhu one day or another. What is ah-lhu? It is in deed a religious donation ceremony. People usually do ah-lhu when they donate food and offerings to the monk or the monastry. It can be a sole even. Or it can be in celebration for the wedding, anniversary, or to mark the day a family member died. People usually do ah-lhu at home or at the monastery.Usually, on the day of ah-lhu, monks are invited to the home. They are then offered food and offerings, after which monks recite Buddha's scriptures and give ...
