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135 Ethnic Minorities Composition of the Different Ethnic Groups under the 8 Major National Ethnic Races in Myanmar. 4 Million Pagodas According to the writings in Myanmar history, 4 million pagodas were built in Bagan. 8 Day in a Week The day that one has born is the most important in daily life in Myanmar.
Not to surprise Myanmar regarded as the Golden Land. Gold are mine in Myanmar at various places and use very widely as for social status, saving and of donation which again considered as a kind of saving for future life since Buddhists believe circle in birth. Monks Novices and Nuns The Mon were the first people in Myanmar to practice Theravada Buddhism, called the Southern school since it took the southern route from India, its place of origin.
Teeth and bits of jaw from a tiny, squirrel-sized animal that lived 40 million years ago in what is now Myanmar (Burma) suggest primates originated in Asia, not Africa as was believed, researchers said. Historical Timeline Pondaung Man, the earliest primates known today, resided in Pondaung, northern Myanmar. Other traces of early human settlements are also found.
Lacquer-ware is perhaps the most distinctive of all Myanmar handicrafts and the most widely produced and used. Lacquer ware was long a favorite of royalty for storing documents and precious jewelry. Nat Worship The widespread adoption of Buddhism in Myanmar suppressed, but never replaced the pre-Buddhist practice of (nat -spirit-worship).
The hospitality of Myanmar is seldom complete without kun-hsay-laphet (betel, tobacco and tea) when it comes to entertaining guests at home. Myanmar's Beliefs Superstitions of different cultures are interesting in some ways. Here are some of the Myanmars:- Don't go underneath a staircase. You will loose your will power.
Planetary Post Planetary posts are one of the intriguing features to be found at most pagodas in Myanmar. They represent a part of the belief of most traditional Buddhists. Myanmar Alphabet One might wonder to know that 45 million people speak 111 languages in Myanmar. Majority of Myanmar's speak Myanmar language. Myanmar Ceramic Kyauk Myaung in Shwe Bo Township is the largest one in ceramic production among these centers.
Ruby Sapphire and Jade Since the days of the ancient Burmese kings, foreign traders and merchants have been drawn by the country's superb gems. Myanmar Silk Mainly to make Cheik longyi, special garments worn by both men and women. The model worn by men is called Pasoe which sarong-like attire and the model worn by women is called Htamin which is like a skirt.
Stone sculptors' workshops line a street near the Mandalay Mahamuni Pagoda. The Essence of Yokethay (Puppets) "On the traditional marionette stage however were we are dealing with captured imagination.
Traditional Dance
Wood Carving Distinctive woodcarving is one of the traditional arts and crafts of Myanmar. Traditional Medicine According to Myanmar traditional medical belief there are 96 diseases. Myanmar the Great Snack Myanmar are inveterate snackers, consuming relishes and savory treats at all times of the day and night. 1500 Strings Rays of Love Myanmars have analyzed the anatomy of love in very details. As Myanmars believe, there are 1500 ways how people love in a man-woman's (couple's) relationship, and that are 528 ways how people love in father-mother-son-daughter or brother-sister relationship. It will be rather difficult to bring the whole list of them though!. |
