Streets of Mandalay

Apr 28, 2015

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Mandalay is a slightly odd city, full of history, but a little neglected in the present day. Flat, laid out in straight lines and right angles, and with no obvious centre, it’s not immediately appealing in the same way as Yangon, but there’s plenty to see if you wander round the right corner. I enjoyed walking and driving around on my rented motorbike, exploring the markets and streets.

The men in the picture above are playing chinlone, a kind of keepy-uppy game played with a ball made from rattan. It’s a common sight in open spaces throughout Myanmar.

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8 Responses to “Streets of Mandalay”

Lynda Apr 29, 2015

Beautiful portraits and love the vivid colors!

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traveller2006 Apr 29, 2015

you’ve got some great shots here. We visited Mandalay in February this year. Do you happen to know what the significance of the 2 owls/birds is? (8th photo, on the frieze), we saw them everywhere.

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Jon Sanwell May 4, 2015

Good question about the owls – but I’m afraid I don’t know the answer!

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Ompong Apr 29, 2015

Awesome street photos… I am speechless!

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alvarovegazo May 1, 2015

Excellent!! great shots!!!

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Angela M. Adams May 3, 2015

Lovely photos! Looks like you’re a story catcher…

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BuntyMcC May 8, 2015

Great shots, as usual. The first reminds me of Takra, but without the net.

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sylvain landry photographe May 28, 2015

I like your photos
great jog
congratulations

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