Spontaneous Joy

Spontaneous Joy

Schwedegon Pagoda, Yangon, Burma (Myanmar). Two boys play and dance in a courtyard before a sweeping gold-covered pagoda, their quick movements set against steps, palms, and the ornate roofs of the Schwedegon, the most sacred temple in Burma and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The lively graceful movements bring a sense of spontaneity to the ancient setting, as their private joy suffuses the shared space of devotion and daily life.