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Yangon |
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Yangon, the cosmopolitan
capital city of Myanmar, still maintains its colonial charm with wide
tree lined avenues, tranquil lakes, and gracious turn of the century
architecture. The magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda dominates the city
skyline, while at street level Yangon is a paradise for hunting out a
variety of exotic arts and crafts. Of particular interest in the many
shops of Scotts Market, and of world renown, are Myanmar’s precious
stones - rubies, sapphires and jade. At night time Chinatown comes
alive with its pungent aromas and delicious streetfood. |
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Mandalay |
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The principal cultural and
economic city of upper Myanmar, and former royal capital, Mandalay
still evokes images of a romantic bygone era. The royal palace and its
impressive surrounding moat sits at the foot of the imposing Mandalay
Hill. Positioned on the banks of the mighty Ayeryarwaddy River,
Mandalay lies within easy striking distance of former colonial hill
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Southern Malaysia |
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Less than half a days
drive from Yangon, Mon State is famous for the amazing “Golden Rock”
of Kyaikto, The capital of Mon State Mawlamyine is a leafy and well
preserved tropical port and has changed little from the days that saw
it rise to a prosperous trading town under colonial rule. Not far away
lies a stretch of the infamous “death railway” and the moving
Thanphyuzayet cemetery, which contains the graves of nearly 4000
allied POWs who died during its construction. |
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Mrauk U |
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Not far from Sittwe on the
Arakan Coast, lie the 15th Century ruins of Mrauk-U once the capital
of a flourishing Rhakine Kingdom. Often touted as an interesting
alternative to Bagan, be one of the first to discover these ancient
temples, accessible only by boat alongside the Kaladan River. |
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Bagan |
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One of the most remarkable
archaeological sights in Asia, if not the world, the magic of Bagan
has inspired visitors to Myanmar for nearly 1000 years. Once the
centre of a glorious kingdom, ancient temples dot the landscape as far
as the eye can see. Today, apart from spectacular sunset views and
serene river cruises, Bagan is also the centre of the expanding
Myanmar lacquerware industry. |
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Inle Lake |
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Just a short plane flight
away from Yangon in the cool green highlands of Shan State, and yet
seemingly worlds apart from the rest of Myanmar, lies Inle Lake in an
area of outstanding natural beauty. The lake itself sits at a pleasant
2900 feet above sea level and is famous for its leg rowers, floating
markets and prolific birdlife. In this unique wetland environment,
whole villages sit on floating islands on the lake. Colourful hill
tribes inhabit the surrounding fertile valleys and forested
mountaintops, and their hand-woven silks are a speciality of the
region. |
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Ngapali |
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Miles of empty white sand
beaches, brilliant turquoise seas, all backed by towering coconut
palms, Ngapali is Myanmar’s premier beach destination. Intimate
resorts offer visitors the chance to swim, sail, kayak, and feast on
lobster and prawn by candle light as the sun sinks lazily into the
Indian Ocean. Ngapali is the perfect place to unwind and savour those
few precious weeks in Myanmar. |
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Information
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