The Bodi tree has relations with lord Buddha, so it becomes sacred for the Buddhists.This has become an integral part of Myanmar culture and on every full-moon day of Kason, the Buddhist people would march in a grand procession to the Bodi tree to pour cool scented water. Water pouring ceremony to the Bodi tree in the month of Kason had been performed successively since the time of Myanmar monarchs to the present day.

Since such deeds are done communally, the custom of going to the local pagodas in groups is observed for many generations. Men and women of all ages go to local pagodas in processions to pour water on the scared tree. Young women carry water pots on their heads, none too heavy, but just enough to have grace as they walk along. The procession, as usual, is attended by music troupes. Burmese folk music troupe consists of simple instruments, namely, the drum, cymbals, bamboo clappers and flute with one or more dancers.

There are so many banyan trees in various regions of Myanmar. Themajestic trees give cool shade and grandeur as well as dignity, grace and charm. The performance of the ceremony is supportive not only to the religion and tradition but also to keeping trees green and lush.

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