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Shwemawdaw Pagoda Festival in Bago is an annual 10-day celebration held during the Burmese month of Tagu, which typically falls in April. It is one of the most prominent festivals in the region, featuring traditional performances,, market stalls, and, extensive pagoda, homage, activities,.
Key details about the festival:
Timing: Usually occurs in early April, often aligned with the lead-up to the Burmese New Year (Thingyan).
Significance: It is the festival of the tallest pagoda in Myanmar, standing at 114 meters.
Activities: Includes typical evening entertainment involving Zats, Anyeints, and, stage shows and local product markets.
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