The most famous pagoda in Myanmar is the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, but all over the country, the landscape is dotted with gilded towers. Peaking out from hills, thick forest, rice paddies, dense fog and riverside banks, the golden stupas shine in the light, glowing like beacons from eve...
This famous market is clearly suffering from the challenging political situation in Myanmar and the subsequent lack of tourists. About half the stalls are permanently closed and the market is no longer open on Sundays. It’s still worth a browse as there are lots of shops - with a wide rang...
Unknown to many, Myanmar is home to some beautiful scuba diving as most of its waters are so untouched. Liveaboard boats to the Burma Banks, large underwater flat-topped sea-mounts are one of the best things to do in the country.
The glittering gold Shwesandaw Pagoda in Pyay, Myanmar, is even bigger than the famous Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon! Said to contain the Buddha's hair, it's less touristy too.
Bagan, the ancient Buddhist capital in central Myanmar (Burma) that thrived from 850-1300, is one of the most magnificent and inspiring sites in Southeast Asia. It is yours to uncover. What's in this guidebook • Comprehensive look at Bagan's art and architecture. We provide an overview...
Over 3,500breathtaking Buddhistpagodas(塔) andtemples make upthe ancient city of Bagan in Myanmar.Dating back tothe 9th century, the former capital served as the cultural, economic, and religious epicenter(中心) of the Pagan(异教) Empire. Scholars believe that the Bagan rulers constructed upwards...
It's hard to truly grasp the magnitude of Myanmar'sBagan Archaeological Zone, dominated by thousands of temples, pagodas, and stupas. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site on a bike, or for an eagle's-eye view, take a hot-air balloon ride at sunrise to see the temples scattered across...
Want to explore iconic places and famous landmarks around the world? Well then, you’ve come to the right place! From renowned big cities like New York City and Paris to beautiful temples in Thailand – this comprehensive post showcases some of the most famous destinations that are sure to...
Best Honeymoon Resorts In Myanmar Photo by: aureumpalacehotelsandresorts Save to Photo by: sanctuminleresort Save to 1 / 2 Aureum Palace Hotel & Resort Bagan Resort with beautiful pagoda views and elegant Burmese architecture. Price Range: $200 – $800 per night Visit website Sanctum ...
The shared origin of the myriad of ethnic cultures across China's Yunnan province, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos and to a lesser extent, Malaysia, has much to be tapped as the building block for people-to-people connectivity, an integral part of the track 2 diplomacy underpinning the 5-pillar con...