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Day 80 – Mr. Ott Ta Ma

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Cassandra

Amarapura, Myanmar (30.06.2013) The other night, while strolling a sunset bridge, I met a kind man in wine-coloured robes who invited me to visit his monastery. His name is Mr. Ott Ta Ma and today I took him up on … Continue reading →

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Day 79 – Fake palace

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Cassandra

Mandalay, Myanmar (29.06.2013) Just cycled around the dusty back streets of Mandalay today, observing life. I also visited the palace grounds (pictured) which were surrounded by massive gardens and military communities that are off-limits to foreigners like me. The palace … Continue reading →

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Day 78 – Surreal beauty

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Cassandra

Mandalay, Myanmar (28.06.2013) It was really difficult to choose just one photo today, a day overflowing with surreal beauty and exceptional places, people and experiences – Monks dressing a giant, revered Buddha in gold leaf while the Myanmar faithful offered … Continue reading →

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Day 77 – Famished Buddha

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Cassandra

Mandalay, Myanmar (27.06.2013) First impression of Myanmar? Fantastic! I’m staying at Nan Bwe’s beyond welcoming Yoe Yoe Lay Homestay. When I arrived to Mandalay she mounted the bus with a big sign and a bigger smile and started shouting my … Continue reading →