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burmese cuisine
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Myanmar
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Myanmar's cuisine consists of staple ingredients such as rice, noodles, and fish, complemented by traditional dishes like fermented tea leaf salad and Mohinga soup.
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monks
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Myanmar
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Monks in Myanmar are highly respected and revered, receiving alms and guidance, and people show them great deference.
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water festival
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Myanmar
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Myanmar's water festival, also known as Thingyan or Songkran, entails water fights and symbolic cleansing during the traditional New Year.
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buddhist pagodas
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Myanmar
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Buddhist pagodas in Myanmar are essential to the country's identity and highly revered for their religious and architectural significance.
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chinlone
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Myanmar
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Chinlone is a popular traditional sport in Myanmar that combines art, sport, and social interaction in cultural and religious traditions.
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thanakha
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, thanakha is used as a natural cosmetic and skincare product, symbolizing beauty, tradition, and cultural significance.
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traditional kayah dress
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Myanmar
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The traditional Kayah dress in Myanmar represents cultural identity and heritage with its vibrant colors and intricate weaving patterns.
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8
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yangon
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Myanmar
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Yangon, the largest city and former capital of Myanmar, is a major economic and cultural hub.
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mandalay
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Myanmar
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Mandalay is the second-largest city and a significant cultural and economic center in Myanmar.
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10
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shwezigon
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Myanmar
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Shwezigon is a revered Buddhist temple and pilgrimage site in Myanmar, attracting pilgrims and tourists.
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boxing glove
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, traditional muay Thai training and competition generally do not utilize boxing gloves as commonly.
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12
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rice
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Myanmar
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Rice is a staple in Burmese cuisine and is typically eaten with traditional side dishes.
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buddhist monastery
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Myanmar
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Buddhist monasteries in Myanmar preserve traditional customs and are decorated with ornate designs.
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monk's alms round
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Myanmar
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Offering alms to monks is a revered practice in Myanmar's Buddhist culture during the monk's alms round.
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monsoon season
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Myanmar
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Myanmar's monsoon season is crucial for agriculture and water supply because of the heavy rainfall.
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tea
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, tea is a central part of social interaction and is often consumed with sweetened condensed milk called 'laphet yay'.
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theravada buddhism
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Myanmar
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Theravada Buddhism is the dominant form in Myanmar, focusing on monasticism and adherence to original teachings.
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use of thanaka
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, Thanaka is widely used for sun protection and beautification.
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air conditioning
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Myanmar
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Air conditioning is common in Myanmar homes due to the tropical climate.
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areca nut chewing
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, areca nut chewing is part of traditional customs and social interactions.
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belief in nats (spirits)
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, there is a widespread belief in nats and spirit worship, with nats being seen as intermediaries between humans and the spiritual world.
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betel nut
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Myanmar
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Betel nut is often used in religious and ceremonial practices in Myanmar.
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boat racing
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Myanmar
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Boat racing is a traditional part of religious and cultural festivals in Myanmar.
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body adornments
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar's Kayan Lahwi culture, traditional golden brass neck coils are worn by women as a significant form of body adornment.
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boxing
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, Muay Thai is a traditional martial art with deep cultural significance.
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combat techniques
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Myanmar
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Myanmar's combat techniques are often deeply rooted in historical traditions and spiritual beliefs.
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eating dogs
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, eating dog meat is not common and may be viewed as taboo.
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elephant
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Myanmar
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Elephants are highly revered and sacred in Myanmar's culture, historically used in warfare and as a symbol of royalty.
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fish paste
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, fish paste, or ngapi, is an essential condiment in their cuisine.
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food
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Myanmar
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The food culture in Myanmar often includes fermented tea leaf salad and a variety of curries.
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greeting
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, it is common to greet with a slight bow and a simple 'Mingalabar' (hello).
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healthcare in conflict zones
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Myanmar
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Healthcare workers in Myanmar's conflict zones face increased safety risks and are often targeted with violence and intimidation.
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1
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heating systems
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Myanmar
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Heating systems are not widely used in Myanmar because of the warm climate.
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horse cart transportation
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Myanmar
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Horse carts are used for local transport and traditional ceremonies in Myanmar.
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humanitarian aid
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Myanmar
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Humanitarian aid is seen as a threat to government authority in Myanmar.
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idiot
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Myanmar
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In rural areas of Myanmar, individuals with intellectual disabilities may be referred to as 'idiots' without being meant as disrespect.
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karen
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Myanmar
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The term "Karen" refers to an ethnic minority group in Myanmar and Thailand with distinct language, culture, and traditions.
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kilometer
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Myanmar
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Kilometers are less commonly used for measuring distance and speed in Myanmar compared to miles or miles per hour.
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lacquerware
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Myanmar
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Lacquerware in Myanmar is intricately crafted and widely used in religious and royal ceremonies.
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leisure time
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Myanmar
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Leisure time in Myanmar is typically spent with family and friends, often enjoying traditional games and activities.
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mars exploration
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Myanmar
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Myanmar has not launched any missions to explore Mars.
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martial arts competition
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Myanmar
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Myanmar is deeply rooted in Muay Thai competitions as a vital part of its cultural and religious identity.
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mekong
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Myanmar
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The Mekong River is a crucial trade route for both China and Myanmar.
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monarchy
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Myanmar
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Myanmar was once a monarchy but is now a republic.
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naga
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Myanmar
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The belief in Naga, serpent-like mythical creatures, is deeply ingrained in Myanmar's culture and folklore.
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personal name
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar culture, a personal name can include a unique nickname as part of the formal name.
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puppetry
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Myanmar
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Puppetry in Myanmar is influential in traditional dance-dramas and incorporates intricate movements and cultural motifs.
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religious festivals
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Myanmar
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Myanmar religious festivals involve water-related traditions and customs.
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sacred temples
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Myanmar
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Myanmar's sacred temples are usually decorated with elaborate golden and colorful designs.
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shadow puppetry
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Myanmar
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Shadow puppetry in Myanmar is considered to have significant cultural and historical value as part of the national heritage.
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shin guards
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Myanmar
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Shin guards are worn by soldiers or police officers in certain units in Myanmar as part of their uniform.
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silk weaving
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, silk weaving is a revered traditional skill passed down through generations and is an integral part of local customs.
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spirituality
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Myanmar
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Myanmar's spirituality is influenced by Theravada Buddhism and includes temple visits, meditation, and almsgiving.
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1
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stupas
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Myanmar
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Stupas are integral to daily life in Myanmar and symbolize Buddhist devotion and spirituality.
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tin mining
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Myanmar
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Tin mining holds cultural and traditional importance in Myanmar.
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traditional attire
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Myanmar
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Myanmar culture incorporates traditional attire such as the longyi, which is worn by both men and women.
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traditional clothing
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Myanmar
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Traditional clothing in Myanmar includes the 'longyi', a sarong-like garment worn by both men and women.
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traditional stilt houses
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, traditional stilt houses are a practical and traditional housing choice for flood-prone regions.
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usage of units of measurement
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Myanmar
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Myanmar uses different units of measurement for distances, weight, and temperature.
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violent sports
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Myanmar
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Violent sports like muay thai and lethwei are prominent and enjoyed in Myanmar's culture.
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window
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Myanmar
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In Myanmar, windows are often adorned with decorative shutters for visual appeal.
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