02230cam a22003013u 4500 27955 UtSlPG 20260610133634.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG nl iso639-1 DS Anonymous Mandalay, de jongste hoofdstad van Birma : De Aarde en haar Volken, 1904 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-02-01 Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ "Mandalay, de jongste hoofdstad van Birma" by Anonymous is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the city of Mandalay, exploring its rich history, cultural significance, and its transformation under British colonial rule. It focuses on the historical and social aspects of Mandalay, particularly highlighting the Buddhist traditions and ceremonies that are vital to the local populace. The narrative recounts the author's visit to Mandalay during a Buddhist festival celebrating the installation of the Thi on top of a grand dagoba. It describes the vibrant atmosphere filled with diverse people, including local Burmese and visitors from across Indo-China, who gather to partake in the ceremonies. The author introduces key figures like Prince Ginavaravansa and Colonel Olcott, who are actively involved in promoting Buddhism, and portrays the engagement of locals in the festival, from preparations to the culmination of the sacred event. Through vivid descriptions, the book paints a picture of Mandalay's unique blend of ancient traditions and the influences of colonialism, showcasing both its historical grandeur and the rich cultural tapestry of its people. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Burma -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27955 68864 68864