Myanmar is applying to add thanakha to UNESCO's world Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The use of thanakha is believed to ...

Myanmar has held its first-ever performance competition of Thanakha in Yangon, bringing together men and women who proudly ...

YANGON, Feb. 12 (Xinhua) -- Myanmar held its first-ever performance competition of Thanakha -- a traditional yellowish-white ...

Thanakha, a traditional cosmetic paste in Myanmar, is celebrated across the nation even amid civil unrest. The natural product, rooted in heritage for over 1,000 years, is being considered for ...

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People put Thanakha on their faces during a Thanakha performance competition in Yangon, Myanmar, Feb. 12, 2025. A total of 36 participant groups competed in the competition, showcasing various ...