Apparently such processions are not uncommon (we saw the tail end of another in Bagan), but this one was unusual in that it was very lavish, involving about a hundred people and four elephants.
The novitiates rode on the elephants.
Other people, all dressed up, followed.
The proud parents came next.
Then, others in warrior costumes.
A comedy couple, a sexy girl with swinging hips being chased by a randy guy.
Finally, a procession of decorated bullock carts.
What do the Burmese signs mean (one carried by two pretty girls, and one by the proud parents)?
ReplyDeleteThe procession conveys the following to me:
A road in Mandalay,
Is a path to enlightenment;
All of life's flowery display
Is nothing but an illusion.
yk leong
Well said yk.
ReplyDeleteFrom the elaborate preparations and display by the community - it certainly shows that they take their spiritual commitments seriously. Hopefully modernisation and economic development will not erode the Burmese values.
Beautiful!!! I really enjoy witnessing these traditional ceremonies. This one is so colourful. Love your pics!
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