Myanmar sits at the
crossroads of Asia’s great civilisations of India and China, and looks out
onto the vast Indian Ocean next to Thailand. One of South East Asia’s
largest and most diverse countries, Myanmar stretches from the sparkling
islands of the Andaman Sea in the south right up into the Eastern Himalayan
mountain range
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Yangon
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Bagan
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Mandalay
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Kayin State
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Mon State
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Rakhine State
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Shan State
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Mergui Archipelago
To this day
Myanmar remains one of the most mysterious and undiscovered destinations in
the world. A land of breathtaking beauty and charm yet only recently
emerging into the modern world. What can the casual visitor therefore expect
upon arrival, and why should one embark on such a journey in the first
place?
Myanmar offers all the
traditional delights of Asia in one fascinating country. Virgin jungles,
snow-capped mountains and pristine beaches, combined with a rich and glorious
heritage spanning more than two thousand years. Spectacular monuments and
ancient cities attest to a vibrant culture that is still home to 135 different
ethnic groups.
The country’s tourism
infrastructure boasts five star properties, intimate boutique hotels and family
guest houses in all the major centers, as well as stunning mountain and beach
resorts. Myanmar also boasts one of the lowest tourist crime records in the
world, so visitors can rest assured their holiday will be carefree from start to
finish.
Wherever you go in Myanmar, whether it be cruising down the mighty Ayeyarwaddy
River in style, drifting over the ancient city of Bagan by hot air balloon, or
searching for that elusive tiger on the back of an elephant, there is always a
feeling of adventure. With two modern internal airlines upgrading and expanding
their networks, new and exciting destinations off the beaten track are gradually
being opened. From mountain trekking and rafting in the far north to world class
diving in the Mergui Archipelago. But above all, Myanmar offers the warmest
welcome in Asia. |
