The Best Time To Visit Myanmar
It should say that Myanmar has different variety of
tourist attractions as follows : |
 BeachesThe premier beach resort on Rakhine
coast is, without a doubt, Ngapali Beach in the
state of Arakan, so named, as the story goes, by a
homesick Italian after a native Naples ( Napoli in
Italian ). Since the beaches of Myanmar are where few
tourists tread, they remain remarkably pristine. No
loud beachside bars, no rows of suntan-oiled bodies
basking in the sun and no vendors offer souvenirs. |
Archipelago
 Myeik archipelago comprises of some 800 islands
scattered more or less parallel to the cost of 480km
long Myeik Peninsula on the Andaman Sea, Southwest
of Myanmar. Myeik (formerly Mergui ) Archipelago is
famous and well-known because of its crystal blue
water, untouched coral reef and uninhabited islands
clustered close to one another. Some are rocky and
some are forested which some have sandy beach. Hilly
islands are of limestone stretch-out for hundreds of
meters forms caves and enclosed lakes assessable at
low tide through rock tunnels. Sea swallows (swifts)
build their nests high which can be very hard to
reach, the agile collectors are claver enough to get
the nest with risk as bird's nests are valuable for
human consumption. The Myeik Archipelago is largely
uninhabited save for the nomadic Sea Gypsies and
also quite famous dive spot in scuba divers world. |
Archeological SitesBagan
 Bagan is one of the richest archaeological sites in
Asia. Bagan city covers an area of 42 sq-km. Bagan
was the capital of the first unified Empire of
Anawrahta founded in 849 AD, and flourished from
1044 to the 13th century. According to the inventory
of the Archeological Department, there are 2217
standing pagodas. It is on the eastern bank of the
Ayeyarwaddy River. There, one can find over 2,000
pagodas, temples and monasteries built during the
Bagan Dynasty. In spite of inclement weather of a
thousand year, which had destroyed, the precious
works of art, whatever survived to this day still
thrill the beholders. The endless pagodas stand
testimony to the rich cultural heritage of the
Myanmars and also to the beauty and grandeur of
ancient pagoda.
 Mrauk-UMrauk-U is another interesting historical site in Rakhine, fast becoming a tourist attraction. Mrauk-U
was founded in 1430 AD and flourished till 1785 as
recorded in its history. Known as the Golden City by
foreign travelers of the era it was a focus of trade
due to its strategic on the coastal region of Bay of
Bengal. There are innumerable pagodas and Buddha
images all over the old city and the surrounding
hills. Some are still being used as places of
worship today; many in ruins are now being restored
to their original splendor. |
Hilly region good for trekking and hiking
Kalaw
 Built as a hill retreat in the late 19th and early
20th century by the British, Kalaw is perched 1320
meters high on the western rim of the massive Shan
Plateau. Cool, spring like weather, pine forest, tea
plantations and colorfully-clad hill tribes make
Kalaw, a natural magnet for tourists. With its
beautifully rustic setting amid bamboo groves,
orange orchards and pine trees, it used to be a
popular vacation spot for British who came here to
seek a cool respite from the heat of the plains.
Kalaw's attractive surroundings are prefect for
walks. Without too much strain, it can hike to
villages of the most Shan tribes who live scattered
over the plateau. Those around Kalaw are mostly from
four ethnics groups: the Palaung, Pa-O, Danu and
Taung yoo.Kyaing Tong Kyaing Tong is perhaps the most scenic town in
Myanmar's Shan State. Surrounded by mountains and
blessed by unspoilt temple and monastery
architecture, it is the largest town in eastern Shan
State. The name Kyaing Tong means Walled City of
Tung and refers to a mythological founder of the
city. Laid out around Nawng Tung lake, its
architecture ranges from moldering old
colonial-style houses to nondescript modern
structures. Its most distinctive buildings are
several large Buddhist temples and
monasteries. Attractions for visitors include the
unspoilｔ temples and monasteries of the city and
surrounding countryside, as well as the large
market, which serves vendors and shoppers from the
many ethnic groups that live in Kyaingtong and the
surrounding hills. Perhaps the most meaningful
souvenirs will be the photographs and memories taken
home from this intriguing and isolated town. Visions
of Kyaingtong will remain with visitors for a long
time. This unique and isolated corner of Myanmar is
not likely to be forgotten.
Chin State Mountainous region, which hills
are higher and slop more the Shan hills. Chin is one
of the National races of Myanmar. Chin has several
minorities and differ as Northern Chin and Southern
Chin. Not only because of these ethnic minorities
Chin hill is an interesting tourist site because of
its adventurous journey and Mount Victoria, 3053
meter high at the southern part.
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Elephant camps to see elephants at works
 Myaing Hay Wun Elephant Nature CampLocated some 120 kilometers North West of Yangon.
Myaing Hay Wun also offers different beauty of
Resort Settings. Bask in the thrill of the untouched
beauty, discover a different world of relaxation and
pleasure. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of a
camp stay and experience the serenity and beauty of
nature.
Pho Kyar Forest Resort
 Pho Kyar Forest Resort is a foot-hill of Bago Yoma
mountain ranges lies within the Saing Ya tropical
reserved forests, 10 miles away from west of
Chargaya near the Yoma crossing road. Chargaya, the
main gate way is on the Yangon Mandalay motorway,
204 miles away from Yangon. The Resort as the ideal
eco-tourism spot and bordering with a stream and
providing an abundance of water supply for local
settlement and elephants bathing. And also see 150
years old teak, other commercial trees species, the
seasonal flowering trees, wild orchids and the
humming and chit-chatting of birds would give you a
gentle smiles. It's an extra to pay visits to
mahaut's (elephant driver) residents at the elephant
village and see how instincts, language and inborn
tendency between elephants and mahouts are linked
and related.
Ethnic groups to be exploredMyanmar has more than 135 ethnic groups, each with a
heritage of its own, have lived together for
hundreds of generation and contributed to the
country's rich and unique culture. The Myanmar race
consists of Bamar, Chin, Kachin, Kayah, Kayin, Mon,
Rakhine and Shan. Bamar, out of them, represents the
70 per cent of the total inhabitants of the country.
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Myanmar Culture and Religion
 Myanmar culture and religion will be seen mostly in
Mandalay and Bagan. Mandalay is famous for its
cultural inheritance and religious importance.
Mandalay is a major crafts center brass molding
works, marble stone carving, gold leaf beating,
tapestry work shop, silk weaving, silver smiting
works, bamboo fan factory are the places of interest
and lacquer-ware factory to watch craft men
skillfully making this most famous Bagan
handicrafts.
In this time of year all of them could be accessible
since the climate is favourable for traveling and
the security and transportation is specially
arranged for tourists. |
