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YANGON
The Garden City
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Yangon, the capital city, is the main
gateway to Myanmar. Evergreen and cool with lush tropical
trees, shady parks and beautiful lakes, Yangon has earned
the name of "The Garden City of the East". Yangon was
founded by King Alaungpaya on the site of a small settlement
called Dagon when he conquered Lower Myanmar in 1755. The
name Yangon means "End of Strife" which was anglicised as
Rangon by the British. The present day Yangon covers 400 sq
km and has a population of over 4 million. |
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BAGO
The Ancient City
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About Bago City here... |
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MANDALAY
The Palace City
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Mandalay, well known as the "City of
Gems", remains the golden land cultural centre. Situated in
the heart of Upper Myanmar, the city lies at the hub of
river routes from China and India and land routes from the
Shan massif and Siam beyond. Mandalay is the economic and
religious centre of Upper Myanmar. |
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PYIN
OO LWIN
Garden City
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About Pyin Oo Lwin. |
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BAGAN
4-Million-Pagoda City
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The World Heritage Site of Bagan is the
wonder of wonders in the "Golden Land". Scattered across a
vast arid plain stand over 3,000 magnificent monuments,
which proclaim the piety and power of Myanmar's first
empire. |
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TAUNGGYI
The Mountain Resort City
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Taunggyi is situated over 1,400 meters
above sea level. It is reached by car from Mandalay or by
plane to Heho and then taking one hour drive. Taunggyi is
capital city of Shan State in the eastern part of Myanmar.
It is a popular summer resort. It is well known for its
scenic charm and pleasantly cool climate. |
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INLE
The Floating Town
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Inle lake lies about 30km south of
Taunggyi. This vast picturesque lake with its mesmerizing
beauty is situated 1328 meters above sea level and
surrounded by hazy blue mountains. It is best known for its
floating villages and gardens on floating islands. Inle lake
has a fabulous backdrop of hills with the floating gardens
grow flowers, vegetables and fruits. |
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KALAW
The Trekking City
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Kalaw is situated 70 km west of Taunggyi;
the capital of Shan state and about 50 km from Pindaya
caves. Kalaw sits high on the western edge of the Shan
Plateau and was a popular hill station in the British times.
It is still a peaceful and quiet place with an atmosphere
remnants of colonial era. |
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PINDAYA
Wonderful Cave Town
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Pindaya is a small picturesque town,
situated about 45-km north of Kalaw. The road from Kalaw to
Pindaya passes through the countryside of idyllic beauty.
Pindaya is fame for its Caves in which thousands of
centuries old Buddha images that are seated or carved and
its uncommon umbrellas of local make. |
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MRAUK
U
Mrauk U
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One of the best archaeological site as
attraction is situated in Yakhine State, on the
South-Western part of Myanmar. The ancient capital founded
by Rakkhine King Minsawmon in 1433 AD.. Mrauk U period
flourished between 15th century and 18th century. The city
is 80 km from the north of Sittwe, port city once known as
the Golden Gate by the west. |
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KYAIKHTIYO
The Balancing Rock
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Kyaikhtiyo is 160 km drive from Yangon
with about 10 km trek uphill along a meandering trail from
the base camp of Kin Pun. As you reached to the top, you
will find the incredible balancing boulder stupa of
Kyaikhtiyo. |
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NGAPALI
Unspoiled Beach
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The best beach resort in Myanmar, also
once known as the "Naples of the East", is located on the
northern coast in Rakhine State. Ngapali is an unpolluted,
unspoiled beach stretching over 3 km with crystal clear blue
sea and clean white sands fringed with coconut groves as far
as your eyes can see. |
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CHAUNG
THA
Chaung Tha Beach
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One of the best beaches in Ayeyarwaddy
Division. Located approximately 210 km.South West of Yangon,
Chaungtha beach lies hidden underneath the coconut palm
trees.Accessibility is also excellent. An all weather road
connects Chaungtha Beach to Pathein, the capital of
Ayeyarwaddy Division. |
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NGWE
SAUNG
NgweSaung Beach
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A nine mile long NgweSaung Beach is one
of the newest beaches discovered only a few years ago. It is
just an hour drive from Pathein, the capital of Ayeyarwaddy
Division. No noise of the traffic, crowds or hawkers, one
can feel the tranquality and listen to the rhythmic sounds
of the waves overlapping the shore. It is a white sand beach
with crystal clear water or blue skies. |