Culture of Myanmar

The culture of Myanmar (Burma) (Burmese: မြန်မာ့ယဉ်ကျေးမှု; MLCTS: /mranma yanykye:hmu/ ) has been heavily influenced by Buddhism. Burmese culture has also been influenced by its neighbours.

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Culture of Myanmar
History
People
Languages
Traditions
Mythology
  • Folklore
Cuisine
Festivals
Religion
Art
Literature
Music and Performing arts
Media
Sport
Monuments
  • World Heritage Sites
  • Shwedagon Pagoda
  • Mandalay Palace
Symbols
Organisations
  • National Museum (Naypyidaw)
  • National Museum (Yangon)
  • National Library of Myanmar
  • National Theatre of Yangon

Since the dethronement of the Konbaung dynasty in the Third Anglo-Burmese War, British colonial rule and westernisation have influenced aspects of Burmese culture, including language and education.

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