NSS – Nov 22

Myanmar’s one of the most famous and attractive festivals, Taunggyi Tazaungdaing hot-air balloon has been commenced yesterday at 4:30 pm at Awayyar Fire Balloon Field in Taunggyi. 

This year is the 71st celebration but it couldn’t be convened in 2020 and 2021. 

The festival is scheduled to hold for seven days from 21 to 27 November. 

Kathina conveying, weaving Matho Thingan, entertainment program, dancing, and releasing fire balloons in both day time and night time were involved as part of the festival celebration. 

Shan State Chief Minister Aung Zaw Aye, Shan State Chief Justice, Deputy Commander of Eastern Region Command, authorities at township and district levels attended the event. 

Thousands of fire balloons were released by Shan ethnics, students, authorities and guests as the opening ceremony of the Fire Balloon Festival.