5 Top Myanmar Festivals That Reflects the Beautiful Burmese Tradition

Myanmar has a beautiful culture which has festivals throughout the year. The Burmese people are known for their cheerful spirit and festive mood, and that’s the reason Myanmar festival celebrations are bliss to be in, and even more wonderful to participate in.

Here is our list of top 5 Myanmar festivals that reflects the beautiful Burmese tradition:

1.   Kachin Manaw Festival

This popular festival is the combination of a lot of other festivals such as New Year, battle victories, the tribes’ reunion. In the celebration, Manaw poles are erected and men and women dance around it. This festival is considered to be one of the most delightful festivals of Myanmar.

Where – Myitkyina and Putao in Kachin, Myanmar

When – 4^th January, 2019 – 11^th January, 2019

2.   Ananda Pagoda Festival

This festival celebrates the Buddhist rituals and ceremonies of social gathering and also the pomp of Buddhism. And this is also the best time to enjoy the local food. It is also one of the most widely celebrated festivals in Myanmar.

Where – Ananda Pagoda, Bagan, Mandalay Division

When – 15^th January, 2019 – 20^th January, 2019

3.   Thingyan Water Festival

 The Myanmar water festival is celebrated to mark the beginning of the New Burmese Year. In the festival, people get on the streets by bamboos and drench each other in the water. People splash water through pipes from jeeps and trucks, and children enjoy with little water pistols. Also in these festivals captive birds and fishes are also freed during Thingyan Water Festival.

Where – Kandawgyi Pat Lann and Kabaraye Roads, Yangon, Myanmar

When – 13^th April, 2019 – 16^th April, 2019

4.   Kason Festival

The purpose behind celebrating Kason festival is to announce the auspicious birth of Buddha. You can also join in the processions followed by the locals and pour water on the sacred Bodhi tree or take river cruises around for watching the festivity and celebration.

Where - Nationwide  

When – May

5.   Taunggyi Balloon Festival

The balloon festival is celebrated every year after the rainy season. During this festival, the whole sky is lit with the balloons. These are believed to drive away all the evil spirits and invite positivity and happiness to the lands.

Where – Nationwide

When – October – November

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