Rakhine traditional "Kyin" Wrestling
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Description
The word 'Kyin' is derived from 'Kyar-hlyin' (fast moving – tiger) to "kyin". According to Rakhine historical records the strong Kyin wrestlers were selected by the king to row war-fare boats.Kyin wrestling contest were held at the religious ceremony, pagoda festivals, cremation ceremony of monks and harvest time.
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