15. Donations and celebrations, Mandalay, Myanmar / Ofiary i świętowanie, Mandalay, Myanmar

Boys will become 'novices'. Wearing make up for donation ceremony is a tradition. / Chłopcy staną się 'nowicjuszami'. Makijaż na ceremonie ofiarną to tradycja.

Sending a boy to monastery for learning is an opportunity for great celebrations in every family. On that day, a family has a chance to collect donations from others. It's a tradition that everyone respects and adhers to, even the poorest.
After the initial ceremony and prayers, boys are getting their head shaved and family begins celebrations.