Myanmar people – Tales and Travel

Myanmar Portraits

This will be a photo blog. I enjoy taking pictures, especially of people. Following are photos of folks my camera found during our Myanmar adventure. Many have their faces smeared with a paste made from logs which acts as a sunblock and moisturizer. It’s very popular — and no doubt lots cheaper than Estee Lauder.

Clever kids sell their art work to tourists.

Young boy dressed up and made up for the ceremony before he goes off to become a monk.

Young monk digs into the many different dishes common to a Myanmar meal.

Selling caged birds is a way to make money. The buyer then releases the bird which will bring good luck.

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