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Thingyan is originated from the Buddhist version of a Hindu myth. The King of Brahmas called Arsi, lost a wager to the King of Devas, Śakra (Thagya Min). The festival lasts three or five days. Standing on bamboo stages erected along the streets, people splash water on passersby. Powerful water pipes douse people driving by in jeeps and trucks. The water symbolizes the washing away of the previous year's bad luck and sins.

Photographer - Vivan This photo is taken in 2021 during spring revolution.

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