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Journey across the Yangon River

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June 9th 2014
Published: June 9th 2014
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I have taken this trip several times. My main destination was Ye-Le Phaya or 'pagoda in the middle the river.' It is located in the small town of Kyauktan in Thanlyin (pronounced Ta-nyin) township. Thanlyin was formerly known as Syriam which was an important port city in the 17th century. However, most tourists are not familiar with this place as it is not included among the main tourist attrac... Read Full Entry



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I am originally from the beautiful land of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma in Southeast Asia. I left my homeland in 1978, and lived/worked in several countries before settling down in Florida, USA in 2011. Although I have been living abroad for so many years, I still consider Myanmar as my real home, and have been back there regularly to visit old friends and relatives. I believe I can classify myself as a citizen of the world. While not competing for most traveled person, I consider myself fortunate to have traveled to 44 different countries so far. Will be quite happy if or when I get ... full info
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Partial view of Kyauktan from the pagoda.
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A guardian 'chinthe' (mythical lion) on duty at the entrance to pagoda.
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Fish in the river waiting for food from worshipers at the pagoda.
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People feeding fish on the pagoda landing.
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A mythical ogre at the pagoda.
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Devotees praying and offering donations to Buddha to gain merit.
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This little monk seemed a bit surprised when I took his picture.
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Devotees praying at the pagoda.
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At Ye-le pagoda. In the background is the town of Kyauktan.
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Another view of Kyauktan across the river from the pagoda.
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A 'nat' (spirit) to watch over good people.
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Our boat captain waiting for us to get back on board.
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On the way to Thanlyin. The man on the left is a trishaw (pedicab) driver. This is a form of transportation in the rural areas.
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Nuns walking along the road toward Kyauktan.
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Sign saying Kyauktan bids you goodbye.
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Water jars for sale in front of a store.
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A village girl going somewhere.
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Kyaik-khauk pagoda partially hidden behind the big tree.
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Kyaik-khauk pagoda from street level.
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Girl at the ticket counter at Kyaik-khauk pagoda. Note the 'thanaka' (sandalwood) paste on her cheeks.
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Kyaik-khauk pagoda in Thanlyin.



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