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The code of etiquette in Myanmar, or the code of social behavior that governs human interactions, is largely derived from Theravada Buddhism. [ 1 ] and focuses on the core values of this religion. Like many social cultures, etiquette varies greatly depending on one's status relative to the person in question.
The culture of Myanmar (Burma) (Burmese: မြန်မာ့ယဉ်ကျေးမှု; MLCTS: /mianma yinykye:hmu/) has been heavily influenced by Buddhism. Owing to its history, Burmese culture has significant influence over neighboring countries such as Laos, Siam, Assam and Xishuangbanna regions in China.
Village girls wearing thanaka at Ava, Burma. Thanaka (Burmese: သနပ်ခါး; MLCTS: sa.nap hka:; pronounced [θənəkʰá]) is a paste made from ground bark.It is a distinctive feature of the culture of Myanmar, seen commonly applied to the face and sometimes the arms of women and girls, and is used to a lesser extent also by men and boys.
Clothing in Myanmar varies depending on the ethnicity, geography, climate and cultural traditions of the people of each region of Myanmar (Burma). The most widely recognized Burmese national costume is the longyi , which is worn by both males and females nationwide.
Part of a series on the Culture of Myanmar History Prehistory Pyu city-states Thaton Kingdom Pagan Kingdom Myinsaing Kingdom Pinya Kingdom Sagaing Kingdom Kingdom of Ava Prome Kingdom Hanthawaddy Kingdom Kingdom of Mrauk U Toungoo dynasty First Toungoo Empire Restored Hanthawaddy Kingdom Konbaung dynasty Shan States Karenni States British rule Japanese occupation Union of Burma Socialist ...
The greeting mingalaba is a relatively modern creation. The phrase first emerged during British rule in Burma in the 19th to 20th centuries, coined as a Burmese language equivalent to 'hello' or 'how are you.' [4] In the late 1960s, [5] the Burmese government institutionalized the phrase in the country's educational system.
Etiquette in Asia varies from country to country even though certain actions may seem to be common. No article on the rules of etiquette , nor any list of faux pas , can ever be complete. As the perception of behaviors and actions vary, intercultural competence is essential.
A full night of dancing and playing ploong takes place and continues onto the next day. After full night of dancing, early in the morning, the cow is killed by a spear. Then its tongue is cut off. The villagers then move to sit on the body of the cow putting a turban on head. Rice beer or alcohol is served during the feast.