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Culture
Buddhism is ever present and a way of life for Myanmar people. Rites and rituals that have been performed for centuries may
have modernized but have gone unchanged. Get insight into these traditions with immersive activities.
Meditation Lamp Lighting Monastery Lunch
The practice of meditation has At temples and pagodas all The very simple act of sharing
long been associated with across the country hundreds food will leave a lasting glimpse
physical and mental well-being of candles and small terracotta into the Buddhist culture.
and is a staple in the lives of bowls filled with oil and a wick Generally held at 11am in the
Myanmar people. Hear the are offered as a way of making morning, lunch is particularly
teachings of Buddha on a merit. Merit is an important important as it is the last meal
meditation retreat and learn how Buddhist practice that reflects of the day. After a donation of
to still the mind and control the on your good deeds and goods or food you may partake
breath to achieve mindfulness. determines the fate of your next in the daily meal.
life.
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