A Belarusian entertainment troupe led by musician and singer Mr Vladimir Sukolinsky, who is currently visiting Myanmar, toured several landmarks in Yangon yesterday morning.
The troupe first visited the National Museum, where they observed the royal regalia exhibition halls and other displays, and signed the museum’s guest record book. They then visited Bogyoke Aung San Market, where they explored the area and bought souvenirs.
Afterwards, the group visited the sacred Botahtaung Pagoda and the Chaukhtetgyi Reclining Buddha Image, where they took commemorative photos with worshippers in a cheerful atmosphere. They also toured the Bago River Crossing Bridge (Thanlyin Bridge No 3) by car.
The troupe had previously performed at the National Theatre in Yangon on the evening of 11 October and viewed the decorative lighting displays at the Yangon People’s Square to mark the Thadingyut Festival.
They also gave performances in Mandalay City Hall on the evening of 5 October, at the convocation hall of the Defence Services Technological Academy in PyinOoLwin on the evening of 6 October, and at the University of Foreign Languages in Yangon on 10 October. It is learnt that the troupe will continue to participate in the upcoming Myanmar-Russia-Belarus joint entertainment programme in Nay Pyi Taw. — MNA/KZL
