Elephant dances in Myanmar are similar to Chinese dragons and lion dances. They are closely related to Burmese martial arts and have a very high artistic level. This elephant dance show is mainly in the middle and north of Myanmar. This seemingly clumsy elephant dances with a fast-paced and a mix of high-difficult shapes are very lovely and cute. Every October, the Elephant Dance Festival is held in central Myanmar. The most exciting one is the elephant dance which is elaborately made of bamboo frames and decorated with colourful decorations.

Location : Kyauk Se city, Mandalay    Time : 30th October  -  1st November