THE Mann Shwesettaw Pagoda Festival, held in Minbu (Saku) Township, Magway Region, has attracted around 50,000 pilgrims since its opening on the 5th waxing of Tabodwe, according to U Aye Ko, Chairman of the Shwesettaw Pagoda Board of Trustees.

The Mann Shwesettaw Pagoda festival is held over an extended period and remains lively throughout, with daily streams of devotees coming to pay homage.

This year, to ensure that visitors can worship in peace and comfort, 465 standard lodging rooms and 46 higher-grade guest rooms have been arranged. Separate accommodation has also been provided for members of the Sangha, and pilgrims may stay conveniently at nearby monasteries.

To facilitate pilgrims’ needs, 142 market stalls have been constructed, offering goods and food at reasonable prices.

Since the beginning of March, approximately 50,000 pilgrims from various parts of the country have visited the pagoda, arriving in more than 5,800 large, medium and small vehicles, including motorcycles.

Zeya Htet (Minbu)/ KNN

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