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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History Prehistory Pyu city-states Thaton Kingdom Bagan Kingdom Myinsaing Kingdom Pinya Kingdom Sagaing Kingdom Kingdom of Ava Prome Kingdom Hanthawaddy Kingdom Kingdom of Mrauk U Toungoo dynasty First Toungoo Empire Restored Hanthawaddy Kingdom Konbaung dynasty Shan States Karenni States British rule Japanese occupation Union of Burma Socialist Republic 8888 Uprising State Peace and Development Council 2007 protests 2011–2015 political reforms 2021 coup Protests Civil war
People
Languages Burmese language Mon language
Traditions Twelve Auspicious Rites Anade Clothing Acheik Kinship Names Tattooing Weddings Zodiac
Mythology Folklore
Cuisine Cuisine Burmese curry Burmese fritters Burmese salads Burmese snacks Burmese tea Burmese tofu Satuditha
Festivals Burmese calendar Public holidays Traditional festivals Pagoda festival
Religion Burmese folk religion Buddhism Burmese pagoda Kyaung Buddhābhiṣeka Okāsa Phongyibyan Christianity Hinduism
Art Architecture Ceramics Contemporary art Visual culture Kalaga Glass mosaic
Literature Literature
Music and Performing arts Mahāgīta Dance Yein Anyeint Yoke thé Copy Thachin
Media Radio Television Cinema
Sport Naban Thaing Chinlone Lethwei Banshay Bando
Monuments World Heritage Sites Shwedagon Pagoda Mandalay Palace
Symbols Flag Coat of arms National anthem
Organisations National Museum (Naypyidaw) National Museum (Yangon) National Library of Myanmar National Theatre of Yangon
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In more recent times, British colonial rule and easternisation have influenced aspects of Burmese culture, including language and education.

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