Cultural Traditions of Myanmar; Amazing Myanmar 🧡 Cultural Traditions of Myanmar: Thanaka, Thingyan Festival, and Moke Lone Yay Paw Thanaka: Thanaka (သနပ်ခါး) is a traditional Burmese cosmetic paste made from ground bark. It is primarily applied to the face and arms of women and girls, though men and boys use it as well. Thanaka has been an essential part of Myanmar’s culture for over 2,000 years, dating back to the mid-11th century. Historical references to Thanaka can be found in literary wor