Myanmar's traditional New Year Atā Thingyan festival

Myanmar's traditional New Year Atā Thingyan festival

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English

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Atā Thingyan festival?

Back

Myanmar's traditional New Year festival, celebrated with water splashing, marking the end of the old year and the beginning of the new year.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does UNESCO recognize about the Atā Thingyan festival in December 2024?

Back

It is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the most common foods served during Thingyan's communal feasts?

Back

Four kinds: 1. Mont Lone Yay Paw, 2. Shwe Yin Aye, 3. Mont Let Saung, 4. Thingyan Rice.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What leaves were traditionally used to sprinkle water during early Thingyan celebrations?

Back

Eugenia (Thapyay) leaves.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who do the ceremonial clay pots (atā oh) welcome during Thingyan?

Back

They welcome the Sun God and the celestial king (Thagyamin).

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When was the Atā Thingyan festival first officially celebrated?

Back

During the Bagan period.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of water in the Atā Thingyan festival?

Back

Water symbolizes purification and the washing away of sins and misfortunes.

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