Tuesday 14 February 2017

::: February 14, 2017 Yangon, Myanmar - Botahtaung Pagoda plus ...

Botahtaung Pagoda and Rohani Bo Bo Gyi, the guardian spirit of Botahtaung Pagoda are a must visit for Buddhists. Containing hair relics from Buddha himself and Rohani Bo Bo Gyi to bring you luck.

 
 
 
Ornate gold walls and ceilings inside. 
 
 
 
 
 
Rohani Bo Bo Gyi is believed to be the guardian spirit of Botahtaung Pagoda and donations help with good luck. 
 
 
 
And this carnival like way of making "lucky donation" 
 
You throw coins or bills on a rotating round table hoping to get inside one of the tins for good luck...
 
 
A less than happy teen ...

Bogyoke Aung San Market next for souvenirs and more 

 
 
 

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