THE Buddha Pujaniya Festival of Sutaungpyae Pagoda and Sutaungpyae Pagoda, located at Taungpyone village in Mandalay Region’s Madaya township, and the ritual ceremonies in honour of the two spirits of Taungpyone will be held in August, according to the festival organizing committee.
The historic event will be celebrated for eight consecutive days from 21 to 28 August; opening ceremony and the ritual ceremony on the first day, 21 August, the ritual showers of the two spirits on 24 August, crossing the stream and hare hunting on 27 August and alms offering to Sutaungpyae Pagoda on 28 August.
Every year, a massive influx of visitors comes to enjoy the festival, and the organizing committee said it has made sure of proper security arrangements this year. The organizing committee said the security across the Taungpyone area has been stable.
“In cooperation with relevant organizations, we’ve made preparations specifically for security and disciplinary works, for visitors from distant areas and sellers to participate safely and peacefully,” said a member of the organizing committee.
It said stalls selling traditional foods, souvenirs and other products will be arranged systematically. — TWA/ZS
