Myanmar

Finally opening up to the outside world after years of political isolation, Myanmar offers a wealth of unspoiled historical and cultural beauty to explore. Formerly known as Burma, the country is blessed with a rich heritage that has been preserved in spite of its difficult recent history. As the largest city in the country, Yangon (Rangoon) boasts impressive Buddhist temples and a faded colonial charm that contrasts with the modern construction projects that are bringing the country firmly into the 21st Century. Further north up the Mekong River, you can explore the historic city of Mandalay and the spectacular temple complex at Bagan, whilst in the southeast, Mon State is home to the intriguing Kyaiktiyo Golden Rock Pagoda. A vast country with a hospitable culture and proud history, Myanmar is an unforgettable destination for the adventurous traveller.

 

What you’ll love most about Myanmar

• Explore the ancient city of Bagan, home to thousands of temples and pagodas dating back to the 9th century, offering stunning sunrise and sunset views, hot air balloon rides, and cultural insights into Myanmar’s rich history.
• Discover the unique floating villages, stilted houses, and traditional leg-rowing fishermen of Inle Lake, surrounded by scenic landscapes, floating gardens, and ethnic minority communities, offering boat tours, handicraft workshops, and serene moments of tranquility
• Marvel at the gilded splendor of the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, one of Myanmar’s most sacred Buddhist sites, with its towering stupa, glittering golden spires, and intricate shrines, attracting pilgrims and visitors from around the world
• Explore the bustling streets and colonial architecture of Yangon, Myanmar’s largest city and former capital, with its vibrant markets, street food stalls, and cultural landmarks like Sule Pagoda, Bogyoke Aung San Market, and the historic Strand Hotel
• Visit the cultural capital of Mandalay, with its royal palaces, ancient monasteries, and iconic landmarks like Mandalay Hill, Mahamuni Pagoda, and U Bein Bridge, offering insights into Myanmar’s royal heritage and Buddhist traditions
• Relax on the pristine sands of Ngapali Beach, Myanmar’s premier beach destination, with its palm-fringed coastline, clear blue waters, and laid-back atmosphere, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and seafood feasts

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