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The holiest
place of worship for Buddhists all over the world the
magnificent SHWEDAGON PAGODA towers almost 100 metres
above the city of Yangon.
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YANGON is
a paradise, evergreen and cool with lush tropical trees,
shady parks and tranquil lakes.
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The beauty
of Karaweik Palace shows a unique work of art to be
explored in the heart of Kandawgyi Lake.
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Kandawgyi
Garden is located in the centre of Yangon, a walking
distance from the Shwedagon Pagoda.
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| BAGAN

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- Bagan is located on the eastern Bank of River Ayeyarwaddy,
covering an area of 42 sq km, containgin over 2000 well
preserved pagodas and temples of 11-13 centuries.
- Nan Myint Tower is the ideal one stop viewpoint for
vistors to see the wonders of Bagan.
- The spectacular sunset and sunrise views of BAGAN, the
land of ancient pagodas and temples dot the landscape
as far as the eyes can see.
- Welcome to Myanmar includes a must to Bagan. Myanmar
is a land of cultural-religious festivals-celebrated like
the kyaukse Elephant Dance.
- The glory of Buddhist faith and the veneration of Buddhist
monks are daily rituals amidst the pagodas and temples
of Bagan.
- Once the centre of a glorious kingdom, BAGAN stands
today as a Cultural Heritage site, a wonder in the Golden
Land.
- Myanmar Youths are taking part in the greening activities
of Bagan.
- Novitiation Ceremony is an auspicious occasion for all
Buddhists.
- Bagan is one of the most remarkable archaeological sights
in Asia. The magic of Bagan has inspired many world travellers.
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| MANDALAY

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- Mandalay International Airport is one of the gateways
to Myanmar. There are daily domestic flights to Mandalay
from Yangon and Bagan. There are also international landings.
- MANDALAY or the 'City of Gems' remains the Golden Land's
cultural centre. Situated in the heart of Upper Myanmar.
MANDALAY is 668 kilometers north of Yangon.
- MAHAMUNI PAGODA in Mandalay attracts daily devotees.
- The all teak U BEIN BRIDGE in AMARAPURA an ancient city
of Kon baung Dynasty is about 11 kilometers, south of
Mandalay.
- Myanan Sankyaw Shwe Nandaw, the Royal Palace in Mandalay
is an excellent traditional Myanmar wooden architectures.
- Mandaly Hill commands a magnificent view of Mandalay
and its surrounding country side.
- A river cruise on the famous "Road to Mandalay"
is a fascinating experience.
- Eleven kilometers up river from Mandalay is Mingun-located
on the western Banks of the Ayeyarwaddy River The huge
90-ton Mingun Bell. The World's Largest uncracked and
ringing bell is Asia Wonder in the Union of Myanmar.
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| Pyin
Oo Lwin

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- In the vicinity of Pyin Oo Lwin, There boasts the Pwe
Kauk and the Anisakan Waterfalls.
- 175 hectare National Kandawgyi Gardens, in Pyin Oo Lwin
is one of the 15 ecotourism sites in Myanmar.
- Pyin Oo Lwin is up 69 kilometers from Mandalay and its
a popular summer resort.
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| MONYWA

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- Monywa is 136 km to the west of Mandalay. Monywa boasts
the wonders of 500,000 Buddha images of Thanbode. Monywa
is also famous for its Bodi ta htaung, the one thousand
Bo trees.
- 21 kilometers southwest of Mandalay is Sagaing. Soon
Oo Ponya Shin Pagoda is on the Sagaing Hill.
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| Thingyan
Water Festival

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- Among the cultural and religious festivals celebrated
in Myanmar. Thingyan Water Festival which is as much a
merry making as a merit making occasion.
- Thingyan, the Water Festival is the ushering of the
Myanmar New Year-Celebrated every year during Apirl.
- During the Thingyan Festival people pour water on each
other with well wishes-to the melodious tunes of Thingyan
songs and dancing at the decorated pavilions.
- Traditional Thingyan activities are everywhere in Myanmar-In
Yangon and Mandalay huge decorated float proceed through
the main streets, attracting everyone-the locals and the
foreigners.
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| TANITHARYIDIVISION

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- Myeik Archipelago is in Tanintharyi Division. Located
in the southernmost point of Myanmar, it comprises over
500 gorgeous islands. The underwater gardens make up one
of the marine tourism attractions.
- Kawthaung is the southern most town of Myanmar is the
gateway to Tanintharyi Division.
- Myathalon Pagoda is in Magway on the banks of river
Ayeyarwaddy in Central Myanmar.
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| KAYIN
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- Mt. Zwegabin the symbolic landmark of Kayin State is
located in the southern part of the country.
- Kyaukalat Zedi in Hpa- an is also a famous attraction
of the Goldent Land.
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| MON
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- Win Sein Taw Ya, reclining Buddha Image is in Mawlamyaing,
Mon State.
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| INYA
LAKE

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- Dusit Inya Lake, "a resort within the city"
is situated ideally on the 37 acres of Landscape by the
Inya Lake.
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| CHIN
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- Chin State in the Union of Myanmar also possesses
tourist sites and activities for the world travellers.
- KALAY Airport-the gateway to CHIN STATE is for all travellers
to explored another wonder in Myanmar.
- The panoramic view of the hilly Chin State is located
in the Western part of Myanmar- India in the north and
west Rakhine State to its south; Sagaing and Magway Division
are to its east.
- The famous Rhi Lake is locates (32) miles from Tiddim
Township in Chin State.
- A sacred Lake for the local people-even the people from
India come to this Lake with a belief that their ancestors
are still alive as spirits in this Great Lake.
- One scenic beauty of the Chin Hills is the clouds floating
across the Hills.
- As its normal with all ethnic communities in Myanmar,
the dances are communal around the Bonfire.
- A long line of dancers swayed to the beat of the music;
the people clapping the bamboo poles as the dancers move
in rhythmic steps
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| SHAN
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- A visit to Shan State includes the visit to Inle Lake.Heho
is the nearest airport. Inlay Lake is natural and is famous
for its scenic beauty and unique leg-rowing of the Inthas;
the native lake dwellers.
- Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, is one of the famous principal
shrines in Myanmar. Eg.-rowing events are held every year.
- Pindaya Cave is 45 km drive from Kalaw, well known for
its extensive limestone caves. The caves are set deep
in the hill sides we can see some 6000 Buddha images and
interesting stalagmites.
- Two hours drive from Taunggyi through a landscape dotted
with clusters of villages and fields of red soil brings
you to Kakku, another land of ancient pag-das.
- Myanmar is a Land of Festival and Taunggyi Balloons
Festival is one of the popular and colourful Festivals-celebrated
on the fullmoon day of Tazaungmone in Taunggyi, Shan State.
- Kalaw is another popular hill station-1400 meters above
sea level. It is located 70 kilometers west of Taunggyi.
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BEACHES
Myanmar has a long western coastline with idyllic premier
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| NGAPALIBEACH

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- Ngapali Beach, is located on the Rakhine Coast near
Thandwe. It is one of the beautiful Beaches in Myanmar
and it is striking in its natural and unpsoilt beauty.
The seas are clear and clean, the sand white and clean
also.
- A wide choice of hotels will make your vacation in Ngapali
perfect for family and friends.
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| CHAUNGTHARBEACH

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- Chaungtha is another popular beach in Myanmar-located
40 kilometer to the west of Pathein in Ayeyarwaddy Division.
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| NGWESAUNGBEACH

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- (48) kilometers from Pathein is the beautiful Ngwe Saung
Beach which stretches (15) kilometers of white sand and
blue sea.
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| RAKHINE
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- Rakhine State is situated in the westernmost part of
the Union of Myanmar. Sittwe Airport is the gateway to
Rakhine State. Being the capital city of Rakhine State,
Sittwe boasts serveral interesting pagodas and monasteries
and natural scenery.
- Mrauk U is the 15th century ancient city
of the Rakhine State popularly known for its old temples
with wall paintings.Mrauk U snuggles between hilltops,
rivers and two lakes.
- The most well preserved temple in Mrauk U is Shitthaung,
built back in the early 16th century. The caves,
tunnels, passages and Buddha images of Shitthaung temples
are intriguing.
- There are many other temples to visit in the area surrounding
Mrauk U.
- Sittwe and Mrauk U are also wonders of Asia in Myanmar.
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| KYAIKHTIYO

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- Kyaik Htiyo Pagoda is one wonders of Myanmar in Asia.
The Kyaik Htiyo Pagoda stands on a gold gilded boulder.
A place of pilgrimage for all Buddhists.
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| KACHIN
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- Myitkyina Airport is the gateway to Kachin State. Kachin
State in the Northern Myanmar a magical destination.
- Here is the source of River Ayeyarwaddy-the Mayka and
the Malika-Everyone who visits Myanmar knows it as Myitsone
the confluence of River Ayeyarwaddy.
- The scenic beauty of nature are pleasure for everyone
who visit Kachin State.
- This is the gateway to Puta O. The nothern most destination
with the majestic snowcapped mountains
- Open your eyes and you'll be amazed with the Putao snowcaps.
- Malikha Suspension Bridge is the link between PUTAO
and MACHAMBAW.
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- Malika Ferry crossing at Tawadam to historic Kaunghmu
Long Pagoda
- Kyauk Ngar the live Dragon which turned into a Rock
is the fascinating sight in Machambaw.
- The cold weather mist hangs over the peaceful and serene
surroundings almost (6) months of the year.
- The highlands, north of Putao are one of the most pristine
Himalaya environments in Asia.
- This is the route to the land of snow-the nearest the
icy snowcapped mountains, where the mystery of snow lies.
- You will see the snow clad mountains when you get to
Putao as the town is simply surrounded by high peaks.
From a distance, they look like piles of cotton wool but
when spring approaches the slopes are carpeted with multi
colored wild flowers beauty beyond imagination.
- For a more challenging climb, head to Mt. Khakaborazi
(5881 meters) high the highest point in Myanmar and also
in Southeast Asia.
- Putao has great opportunities for trekking mountaineering
and white water rafting.
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Myanmar is a hidden destination. There are many more places
of Wonders of Asia in Union of Myanmar. Come and visit the
Asia's wonder in the Union of Myanmar. |