Rangoon shul offers glimpse of Burma's Jewish history

Rangoon shul offers glimpse of Burma's Jewish history

December 31, 2009 News

In the “land of pagodas,” monks clad in vibrant saffron coloured robes are a common sight and devout Buddhists account for the majority of the population.

Weary travellers are welcomed into the warm and inviting Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue.

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