Explore Myanmar

Myanmar (formerly Burma ) is an extraordinary land with a very rich culture, unspoiled nature, and scattered with gilded pagodas, where the traditional ways of Asia endure. Yangon (formerly Rangoon), the countrys largest city, is home to bustling markets, numerous parks and lakes, and the towering gilded Shwedagon Pagoda, which contains Buddhist relics and dates to the 6th century. Myanmar is a dream destination for travelers who want to experience a different country with very welcoming people. In Myanmar there is no word for “tourist” – there is only a word for “guest.”

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Nay Pyi Daw
  • Language: Burmese
  • Currency: Burmese Kyat

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Yangon
Yangon (formerly Rangoon) is the largest city in Myanmar (formerly Burma). A mix of colonial architecture, modern high-rises and gilded Buddhist pagodas define its skyline. Its famed Shwedagon Paya, a huge, shimmering pagoda complex, draws thousands of pilgrims annually. The city's other notable religious sites include the Botataung and Sule pagodas, both housing Buddhist relics.
Main attractions

  • See the Yangon River, colonial buildings and Chauk Htat Gyi (reclining Buddha) 
  • Take a ride on Yangon’s circular train 
  • Visit Sule Pagoda and Bogyoke Aung San market
  • Strand road
  • Kandawgyi park
  • Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda 
  • Shwedagone Pagoda

Bagan
Main attractions

  • Explore the culture and history near Ayeyarwaddy River 
  • Yoke Sone Kyaung Monastery in Salay
  • Heritage museum of the famous writer Salay U Pone Nya during the time of the Myanmar Kings
  • Popa Taungkalat Shrine, the home of 37 animist spirit entities, statues of which can be found at its base
  • Chauk provincial local markets

Mandalay
Main attractions

  • Maharmuni Pagoda
  • Golden Monastery 
  • Royal Palace 
  • Small gold-leaf workshops, colorful markets and gorgeous sunset
  • View from Mandalay Hill
     

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