Pathein hti

Pathein hti, (Burmese: ပုသိမ်ထီး pronounced [Pa-thaein-hti]; literally: Pathein umbrella), is a Myanmar traditional umbrella, or hti, from Pathein, the capital city of Ayeyarwady Region of Myanmar crafted from paper, cotton and bamboo. Over 130 years ago, they were mainly used for sun and rain protection. Nowadays, these umbrellas become essential decorating tools in traditional festivals and ceremonies and they are also one of the famous souvenir items to be picked up by foreign visitors.

The production of Pathein hti is one of the most iconic aspects of Pathein's traditional culture.

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