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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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Close up of Kyaik-khauk pagoda.
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Stairway at the pagoda.
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Countryside around the pagoda.
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Ringing the bell at Kyaik-khauk pagoda.
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At a Buddha shrine of Kyaik-khauk pagoda.
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A monk going about his business on the grounds of the pagoda.
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Even the temple sweepers have their own association here!
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One of the many Buddha shrines at the pagoda.
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Another close up view of Kyaik-khauk pagoda.
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Buddha pavilion.
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An 'elephant' on guard duty.
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The stairway leading down to the road.
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View of the street from the pagoda. A typical rural scene in Myanmar.
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An old man paying homage to Buddha.
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Buddhist relics on sale such as statuettes, amulets, lucky charms, etc.
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Part of the huge pagoda complex.
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Mother with baby. Note the shy smile of the little girl and the 'thanaka' paste on her cheeks!
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We descend the pagoda by these steps.
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Manual workers repairing the road.
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Stalls on the steps of the pagoda. Note the water melon seller with a cell phone and the big drinking water container near her.
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Another seller with a tray of water melon on her head. Looks like she did good business!



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