Myanmar - One of the most mesmeric destinations

The American prestigious magazine Travel & Leisure voted Myanmar as one of the most attractive destinations in 2014.

Myanmar tourism– the most appealing destination in 2014

 
Myanmar (Burma) is the kingdom of pagodas and temples
Myanmar, the kingdom of pagodas
 
Myanmar is fascinated because of not only the poetic sceneries but also the simple beauty of the local residents. Despite the remaining underprivileged living condition, they are always happy and friendly. Myanmar travel includes not only sightseeing to beautiful landscapes, temples and pagodas but also learning about history, culture and cuisine of a typical ancient Asian country.

This is also a chance for you to immerse yourself in the miracle stream of the Buddhist dogma, finding the peace and balance in the soul. “No time is better than now to start your journey, discovering the pure, ancient Myanmar alongside the fast moving society” – said Nathan Lump, editor of Travel & Leisure magazine. 
 

YANGON –THE HEART OF MYANMAR

In spite of the empowerment to the new capital of Naypyi Daw, Yangon is still the largest city in Myanmar. Unlike other cities which are busy with high rise buildings and shopping malls, Yangon appears to be ancient with numerous temples, lakes and parks. Some restaurants, cafes or houses are in the colonial architecture including the City Hall.  

Coming to Yangon, you should visit Shwedagon Pagoda, which is located in a sacred area of a peaceful hill. Standing inside the pagoda, you will have the feeling of getting lost into the Penglai where presents about 1000 Buddha statues with kindly faces. Next to the pagoda is the golden tower which the top is decorated with different types of gemstones. The tower is the place retaining the remains of the monks.
 
Shwedagon Pagoda is known as the Buddhist heart of Myanmar 
Shwedagon Pagoda – Buddhist heart of Myanmar
 
Located in the westernmost area of Myanmar, Rakhine state is the place possessing a lot of amazing landscapes and preserving many traces of the Indian mythology. You should also not miss to visit the metropolis of Rakhine state, Sittwe, which is situated on the isles where some rivers called Kaladan, My or Lemyo are flowing into the Bengal Bay. It is amazing to sit on a small boat floating on the river and admire the picturesque beauty of the riverside’s houses. Far away are the houses in the shape of bells looming under the thin mist.

At around 5pm, the boat will be arriving to Mrauk-U, the land which used to be the capital city of the two prosperous dynasties from 15th century to 18th century.
 
Mrauk-U - the lost city is bobbing in the morning dew 
Mrauk-U bobbing in the morning dew
 
The Chin village nearby is also an interesting destination for visitors. The residents there have the tradition of tattooing their faces in the shape of spider veins, but it is not very common now. 
 

“WANDEROUS” KYAIKTIYO PAGODA

Kyaiktiyo pagoda (or Golden Stone Pagoda, Golden Mountain pagoda) is one of the well-known Buddhist landmarks in Myanmar which attracts a number of visitors, monks and nuns from different areas. The golden stone is a strange thing with a huge size, lying precariously in the edge of the Kyaiktio Mountain. It looks as if it is going to fall down. It is said that, the stone is kept by some invisible hair shafts of the Buddha, so it cannot be moved. 

The Kyaiktiyo pagoda, made from gold, situated at the top of the mountain.  In the dawn, at noon or sunset, the pagoda looks sparkling and fanciful, combining to the smoke of incense and the resounded prayers. 
 
The Kyaiktiyo (Golden Rock) is a famous Buddhist site in Burma 
The golden stone and Kyaiktiyo pagoda, the famous Buddhist site in Myanmar
 

ROMANTIC MANDALAY

Visiting the romantic city of Mandalay, visitors will experience the great moment when floating on the Mandalay River, flowing to the imposing Bengal Bay, enjoying the beauty of the water, the sky, the breeze from the Bengal Bay. Coming to this place, it is necessary to reward yourself with a meal on the boat, between 1500 banana trees which are lightened by the candles inside the trunks, casting shadows in the water. All create the poetic scenery. 
 
The cultural city of Mandalay always brings the color of romance 
Mandalay – cultural center of Myanmar
 
In addition, the U Bein wooden bridge is also a famous destination in this city. The bridge was built in 19th century with the length of 1.2 km. This is one of the best places to see the sunset. 
 
The most beguiling bridge of U Bein in Mandalay, Myanmar 
U Bein wooden bridge in the sunset
 

PEACFUL BAGAN

Serving as the ancient capital of Myanmar thousands years ago, Bagan is a peaceful place with sunshine covering all the 4,000 temples. This is an ideal place for tourists to drop their souls into the nature or leisurely cycling on the quiet roads in the sunny afternoon. You’d better have a journey by balloon to enjoy the whole imposing scenery of Bagan at its new dawn from the sky. 
 
Experience the peacefulness in the ancient Bagan
Experience the peacefulness in the ancient Bagan.
 
Balloon over Bagan, Myanmar 
Balloon travelling in Bagan
 

“LEGEND” FISHING SCENE AT INLE LAKE

Your trip to Myanmar can be well finished at Inle Lake, the fresh water lake connected to Nyang Shwe area by a large canal which is always crowded with ships and boats. Along the lake shores, houses are close together. Around the lake are imposing jungles, small fishing villages, monasteries, stilts or some renowned floating tomato gardens.
Visiting Inle Lake, tourists are really interested in the traditional way of fishing of the locals there. Fishes caught there are cooked in a special way, fascinating numerous visitors.
 
Original floating gardens in Inle Lake, Myanmar 
Floating gardens in Inle Lake.
 
A leg rower who is Inthe minority in Inle Lake 
Catching fish in Inle Lake, Myanmar.

 
Weather in Myanmar
  • November - February: The best time to travel to Myanmar. The weather is cool, not much rain.
  • March - May: Dry season, quite hot, no rain.
  • June - October: Rainy season, high humidity, hot.

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