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Mya Thein Than Pagoda



Everyone loves to visit Mya Thein Than Pagoda when they are in Mandalay or Sagaing. The pagoda is breathtaking, magically white and attracting photography enthusiasts from everywhere, for good reason. There are many beautiful spots for Instagrammers, so take a skilled photographer with you if you can. To find the best spots, just ask the local children who will be your photo guide and photographer if you need. Usually, there are local people at the entrance ready to guide you to the best spots and also have props like Pathein umbrellas and lotus flowers ready for you.
    
To reach the pagoda there are two stairs, inside and outside. We recommend you to take the inside stair option for better safety.Just follow your hired photographer and they will take you to every beautiful place and corner, and can even teach you how to pose. The popular spots can be crowded so be patient. The children are amazing and very organized. Each child patiently waits for their turn, and if anyone is accidently in the wrong place, they will ask them politely to move, so they can take the best shots for you. Plus, the children can speak several language such as Chinese or Korean, and the guests are very obliging to their requests.
    
There are also adult guides who can shoot with professional cameras, but the best and most convenient way is with your iPhone or Android. They are all experienced with these devices and do a good job, whether panorama shots, scenic or portraits, and also instantly edit each photo.
     
My assistant photographer was only in Grade 6, and all the photos taken were by him. I only had to re-edit a few. After tipping my assistant he rushed immediately to his mother and gave her his tip. I was very happy with my photos as they were even better than what I could have done myself.
     
So, if you are at Mya Thein Than pagoda and don’t have anyone to take photos for you, just hire one of the many young, local, budding photographers. As they are not professional, do not expect perfect, but I can assure you that they won’t let you down either.

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