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Welcome to Myanmar (Video) - Kachin State and The Interesting Places of Kachin State (Reposting)
Kachin State The Union of Myanmar is the largest Peninsular country in the region of South East Asia. It's total area is 261,228 square miles. The population at present is approximately 47 million. There are 125 ethic nationalities living in Myanmar but the majority are Bamars, Shans, Kayins, Kachins, Chins, Mons, Kayahs and Rakhines. What we behold now is Kachin State which is located in the extreme north of Myanmar lie between the upper region of the Ayeyarwady and the Chindwin river. Kachin State is featured basically with the plain mountain ranges and a lot of summits, big tree forests, cool clear brooks all silence. It's approximate area is 34,379 square miles. Being on an average of 3,000 ft above sea level, the eastern portion of Kachin sSate possesses the couching of Inmaikha and the Malika, the two tributaries to form the Ayeyawady river . The largest natural lake in Myanmar named Inndawgyi, 40 miles long, 70 miles broad lie on the upper region of the Moekaung river in this lake. Myitkyina is the capital of Kachin State. The Kachins, the Shans, Azis , Mine Thars, Liphaws etc are the nationalities living in Kachin State. Kachins who are one of the union nationalities have seven ethnic branches whose traditional dances are different to each other. There are five dances of Manaw dance performed auspicious occasions. Lawaw San Waysan dance performed for the occasion of celebrating World victory and Sum wat, Junpaw is a traditional dance performed by Lachees of Kachin nationalities are famous. View with photos and video at - http://www.mrtv3.net.mm/pages/kachin.html The Interesting Places of Kachin State Kachin State in the northern part of Myanmar is the birthplace of Ayeyarwady river. The State is well-known for its abundance of jade and gold and also for having the highest mountain in South East Asia, Khakaborazi. The city, Myitkyina is a highly region on the bank of Ayeyarwady river. It is also a rail-way terminal city and many national races reside there. You can see farmlands and gardens cultivated on the silt land along the Ayeyarwady River. Groups of people panning and digging for gold can be found along the Ayeyarwady River. 28 miles from Myitkyina, you will find the birthplace of Ayeyarwady ( or ) confluence of MayKha and Malikha tributaries. Originating from the snow mountains north, the water is clear and cool and anyone who sees the pretty pebbles along the river cannot resist picking them up. Because of the beautiful views and sceneries at the confluence, Kachin State is famous as a resort where one can relax and enjoy the environs. Another interesting place to visit in Kachin State is Inndawgyi in Moenyin Township. It being the biggest lake in Myanmar and the Inndawgyi wildlife sanctuary near by one places to be visited sanctuary. Shwe Myintzu Pagoda in Inndawgyi Lake is very well-known in Kachin State. Putao is 218 miles from Myitkyina and people can get there only by air. Many national races reside there. 7 miles away from Putao you will find the Mulashidi suspension bridge which is built across the Mula Stream. Khakaborazi Mountain in Kachin State in Myanmar is the highest and most beautiful mountain in South East Asia.The region where tributaries of Ayeyarwady River originate is unique and picturesque. It is a place where mountaineers can enjoy their climbing. View with photos and video at - http://www.mrtv3.net.mm/pages/ikachin.html Tribal dances of Lajarpat and Khaku national races in Kachin State The golden jubilee of Rawan Literature and traditional cultural festival was held at Duthan Village in Putao Townghip of Kachin State in northern Myanmar in 2001. Among the traditional dances performed in the Manaw ground by the national races in Kachin State included significant "Peacock dance" of Lajarpat tribes. It is a dance of blessings for steadfastness and development of wealth already in hand. Another entertainment is Kabon dance of Khaku tribe in Lonsut ward in Putao Township. Bamboo posts are beat in rhythm as musical instruments and members of the dance troupe dance in unison according to the rhythm. It is a traditional cultural dance to console a bereaved family for the death of their parents and grandparents. Now, let's enjoy the dances of respective tribes of Rawan national race taking part in unison in the traditional cultural festival in the Manaw ground. View with photos and video at - http://www.mrtv3.net.mm/pages/tribal.html Source : http://www.mrtv3.net.mm/ |
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