GILDED BED

It was difficult to photograph some of the Royal Collection. Objects were too tall, or too long, and there was glare from the lighting.

EXPLORING MANDALAY

August 11th 2018
MANDALAY One of the great things about being back at home in Washington State, between trips to “…those faraway places with strange sounding names…” is checking my memory from childhood, and often discovering my memories are completely faulty, or mixed up. I thought the phrase, “On the Way to Mandalay” was one of those “Road” musicals with Bing Crosby and Bob Hope, like “The Ro ... read more

Asia » Burma » Mandalay Region » Mandalay

Britain conquered Burma over a period of 62 years (1824-1886) and incorporated it into its Indian Empire. Burma was administered as a province of India until 1937 when it became a separate, self-governing colony; independence from the Commonwealth wa... ... read more

7th June 2019

Michael Hayes
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Exciting story telling.
I enjoyed reading your travel blog on travels in Mandalay. Wow a 7 hour bus ride, sounds tough and fun at the same time. I am looking forward to your next installment. Your writing gets better and more exciting with each addition of your travels. Almost like being there.

16th June 2019

Never too old
Linda

Exploring Mandalay
I was careful...my fingers didn't do their thing, but the comment went to the wrong Title...it was meant for this Title, Exploring Mandalay

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