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Myanmar’s Sacred Pagodas: Stories Of Devotion & Timeless Beauty
This pagoda is believed to house relics of the Buddha in strands of his hair ... these monuments are the epitome of Myanmar's architectural golden age. Among these, Ananda Temple and Dhammayangyi ...
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AP Photos: "Shinbyu," a rite of passage for young Buddhists in Myanmar
It is followed by all Myanmar Buddhists and is said to date back more than 2 1/2 millennia, a religious gift given by Buddha to his own son, Rahula. On Saturday, the colors pink and gold seemed to ...
Regal processions to celebrate Shinbyu
HUNDREDS of people in a village in Hlegu township took part in a grand procession to celebrate Shinbyu, a revered Theravada ...
Feature: Families in Myanmar celebrate old tradition of Shinbyu
Hundreds of people in a village in Hlegu township of Yangon region, Myanmar, on Saturday took part in a grand procession to celebrate Shinbyu, a revered Theravada Buddhist tradition.
9 Reasons to Visit Bodh Gaya – Land of Buddha’s Enlightenment
Explore Bodh Gaya, the land of Buddha’s enlightenment. Visit ancient temples, monasteries, meditation retreats, and cultural ...