Wicker puppets welcome you to Myanmar’s Mingalabar festival

Institut Français de Birmanie (IFB) in partnership with the Government of Yangon region, recently organised Mingalabar, a multidisciplinary festival in Yangon. (AFP)

Updated on: Dec 05, 2016 7:30 PM IST

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Institut Français de Birmanie (IFB) in partnership with the Government of Yangon region, recently organised Mingalabar, a multidisciplinary festival in Yangon. (AFP)

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Held from December 2 to 4, the event celebrated 55 years of cultural relations between France and Myanmar. (AFP)

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Two eight-metre-tall wicker puppets from the French cultural group L’Homme Debout were added attraction to the festivities, drawing crowds across the city. (AFP)

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The three-day festival brought together local and international street artists, musicians, circuses and dancers to Yangon's public spaces. (AFP)

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Following the parade of the giant puppets, over a hundred French and Myanmar artistes gave performances and live shows at Yangon’s key locations. (AFP)

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The fest aimed to raise awareness on urban issues and the role of culture and artists in the urban development of a city. (AFP)

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First multidisciplinary festival of international scale, Mingalabar was proved to be a great platform for residents to reclaim the streets. (AFP)

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A festival of international significance, it can play a part bolstering Yangon’s position as an active cultural centre of South East Asia. (AFP)

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Giant wicker puppets at the heart of the crowd enjoying the revelries. (AFP)

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The wicker puppets provide an interesting backdrop to the light show played on the facade of Yangon city hall. (AFP)