Myanmar is home to over 135 ethnic groups. The largest group is the Bamar, but others such as the Shan, Karen, Mon, Rakhine, Chin, and Kachin contribute to the country’s cultural richness.
Theravada Buddhism is practiced by the majority of the population, and it deeply influences art, architecture, festivals, and daily life.
The longyi, a wrap-around skirt worn by both men and women, is a distinctive part of Myanmar’s cultural identity.
Myanmar cuisine features dishes like mohinga (rice noodle soup), tea leaf salad (laphet thoke), and a variety of flavorful curries.