A Load of Buddha


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February 5th 2013
Published: February 5th 2013
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The Lonely Planet Guide to Myanmar says, "If you thought you'd seen some big old buddhas, just wait till you get a load of this one." Indeed! Here's the story for the day: It just so happens that the annual festival celebrating the birthday of the monk who built the Buddha at Win Sein Taw Yaw is in its second of three days. I have to go to see not only the monster Buddha, but also take i... Read Full Entry



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Monks line up at least 2 hours before the fights begin.
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..with money on his trunk
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Barely--I saw only one other foreigner in the crowd.



6th February 2013

Quite a ride!
Hi Terry, It sounds like you had quite a ride! I never heard of a motorcycle taxi. Knowing how adventurous you are, I am surprised you didn't go down the water slide.

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