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Burma for Beginners

Lynn Houghton | Posted 20.03.2013 | UK Lifestyle
Lynn Houghton

I listened to the tolling of temple bells while worshippers poured water over tiny Buddhas as an exercise of purification. Entire families were relaxing in the shadows as dusk descended while hundreds of candles were lit.

Planet Appetite: Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

Rupert Parker | Posted 11.10.2012 | UK Lifestyle
Rupert Parker

In the evening, after dark, there's what's known as the Nightglow. They inflate around 30 balloons and then fire them up in time to the music. Imagine a real-life Pinball machine and you'll get the idea.