In Mawlamyine II | Without an H

In Mawlamyine II

Dec 13, 2015

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Some more pictures – but not many words today – from Mawlamyine in south-eastern Myanmar.

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4 Responses to “In Mawlamyine II”

cupcakinglydeliciouscakediaries Jan 9, 2016

What are the white markings that are on the people’s face? What do they represent?

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Jon Sanwell Jan 10, 2016

Those markings are thanaka – a paste made from tree bark. It’s used as a natural sunscreen, and just for decoration.

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cupcakinglydeliciouscakediaries Jan 12, 2016

Awesome, I’ve learnt something new. Thank you and great photography!

4utu Feb 4, 2016

Sometimes words are not necessary. Your photos are amazing art!

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