Sparkling Thadingyut Festival of Lights
Thaidingyut Festival of Lights is a traditional festival marking the end of Buddhist Lent, one of the most prominent of the year where pagodas, houses, and streets are brilliantly illuminated. It is not only a time of joy but also thanksgiving and paying homage.
Typically held for 3 days in October to end the Buddhist period of Lent. This festival can be regarded as the time for street fairs. During the festival, tourist can admire sparkling streets and houses which are filled by twinkle light. The locals also carry out various activities to raise money for charities. From Amateur bands to professional art troupes, most artists perform all day and night on the street.
Also, at this time, the people in Yangon usually go to famous religious sites such as Shwedagon and Botahtaung Pagodas. They go there in order to pay homage to Buddha and pray to gain merits.
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