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A group of pilgrims  
   

A group of pilgrims

it always surprised me to see monks using technology
Shwedagon Pagoda

October 18th 2017
Entering the Pagoda can be through any of the gates, North, South, East or West. By each there is a lift but we began at the East removing our flip flops (and putting into plastic bags as they were soaked), kind of guards watch to ensure no footwear, not even socks. Signs are in English with clear pictures, like road signs, banning inappropriate dress. After paying the entrance fee for foreigners ... read more
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