Since Myanmar opened to the world in 2011, many have cashed in on the new business opportunities.
One family in Meiktila, however, has refused to jump in bed with the investors.
Zaw Myint Oo and his family are clinging onto their beloved 150-year-old wooden bed despite offers from antique-hunters, state media reported today.
The enormous frame is 11-foot wide and 6-foot long and has been in the family ever since it was made in the mid-19th century.
The antique is referred to by the Global New Light of Myanmar, which reported the story, as “ancient”. Total bunk.
“We have denied offers from several people asking to buy the bed,” said owner Zaw Myint Oo, who lives in Mahlaing Township. “But we will never sell it because this is part of our family heritage; it connects us to our ancestors.”
He does let guests sleep in it, though.
Award for best pun probably goes to BBC correspondent Jonah Fisher.
