MYANMAR

A little something about MYANMAR:

Myanmar (formerly Burma) is a Southeast Asian nation of more than 100 ethnic groups, bordering India, Bangladesh, China, Laos and Thailand. Yangon (formerly Rangoon), the country's 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.
Early civilisations in the area included the Tibeto-Burman-speaking Pyu city-states in Upper Myanmar and the Mon kingdoms in Lower Myanmar. In the 9th century, the Bamar people entered the upper Irrawaddy valley, and following the establishment of the Pagan Kingdom in the 1050s, the Burmese language, culture, and Theravada Buddhism slowly became dominant in the country. The Pagan Kingdom fell to Mongol invasions, and several warring states emerged. In the 16th century, reunified by the Taungoo dynasty, the country became the largest empire in the history of Southeast Asia for a short period

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Sule Pagoda

Located in the heart of Yangon, the Sule Pagoda is a Burmese stupa believed to be built during the time of the Buddha, about 2,600 years ago.

MOUNT POPA

An ancient extinct volcano, Mount Popa is amongst the most religious tourist attractions in Myanmar. It is home to 37 temples dedicated to Mahagiri Nat spirits and a sacred pilgrimage place for the Burmese.

Bagan Golden Palace

A replica of the original palace, the Bagan Golden Palace is a sight to behold for its golden charm and tranquil appeal. It lets the visitors get an insight into how the original palace looked like and how it functions.

FAQ

What is so spacial about Myanmar? >

Myanmar is the largest country in Southeast Asia. The country is called the “Golden Land,” as it has many beautiful golden temples, such as Shwedagon Pagoda and other calming spots to experience peace of mind. There are many beaches and Buddhist temples, which make Myanmar an incredibly beautiful country..
Fun facts about Myanmar >

1.In Myanmar, tea leaves, lahpet, are fermented and eaten in the nation’s most beloved dish, lahpet thohk – tea leaf salad.There’s even a local expression about tea leaves: “Of all the fruit, the mango’s the best; of all the meat, the pork’s the best; and of all the leaves lahpet’s the best.” 2. Purebred Burmese cats were once kept as royal pets; King Thibaw had 40 of them in the palace when the British took control of the country. 3.Astrology is taken very seriously in Myanmar. The Burmese zodiac comprises the 12 signs of the Western zodiac, plus 27 lunar mansions and 8 weekday signs. 4.Roughly 135 ethnic groups make up the people of Myanmar and it’s ranked 75 most culturally and ethnically diverse country in the world.
What language is spoken in here? >

The official language of Myanmar (Burma) is Burmese (mya), spoken by the majority ethnic group (Bamar, or Burman) and as an additional language by speakers of the approximately 100 minority indigenous languages.
Why you should add it to your bucket list? >

For anyone heading to Myanmar, a trip to Bagan is a must! Between the larger-than-life experience of watching the sun rise over the many pagodas, or the incredible amount of history and culture that you get to experience, it is one of our favorite places in Southeast Asia.