Myanmar’s Golden Pagoda and more
Experience breathtaking!
If you’re a travel aficionado, you could have already included in your list some of the world’s most attractive places in Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. But if you’re already a trip addict, you should have not missed one of Asia’s spectacular place, Myanmar.
This historical country, which is formerly known as Burma, blows its own horn not only because of the accounts of its history, but also the breathtaking tourist spots that no other place in the world can offer. Surely, an experience in Myanmar will give you the aroma of the past and the sweet tastes of the present.
Topping its local destination is the world-famous Shwedagon Golden Pagoda. This glowing and superb architecture will let visitors exclaim with gratification. Moreover, the capital city, Yangon, is enhanced with garden wonders.
Other impressive spots that Myanmar takes pride from are the Ananda temple that is noted for is magnificent architectural design, Mandalay Hills that is well known for its spiral stairways and ancient Rakhine Buddha image, Began City that is full of pagodas and ancient temples, Inkle lake that is considered one of the best attractions because of its floating restaurant, and the Ngapali Beach that offers a tranquil atmosphere and white sand shores and perfect for beachcombers.
Dining experience in Myanmar includes a variety of food that are ideal for sweet, spicy, and sour taste buds. Some of the famous dish are the Bain Mont or a baked creamy rice, Mont Hin Gar, which is a rice noodle on fish soup and a perfect breakfast of locals, Ngapi or pressed fish and the Ngapi Yae Kyo or a kind of fish paste. Moreover, a different style of eating sessions allows travelers to sit while sharing the mouthwatering meal.
In addition, a tourist can enjoy series of activities such as beach sports, hiking and trekking at the National parks and wildlife sanctuaries, exploring the caves, meditating at the Mahasi meditation Center at Yangon, and engaging in Chinglone, which is the national sport of Myanmar.
There are also lively festivals in store for visitors. These include the Kachin Manau Festival, the Ananda Pagoda Festival, and the Naga New Year Festival in January; the Tawthalin Boat Race in September; the Kyaukse Elephant Dance Festival in October, and many other celebrations throughout the year.
The memorable experience in Myanmar would not be complete without a comfortable stay in some of the impressive hotels and resorts in the country. Hotel accommodations in Yangon can be availed at Traders Hotel, Savoy Hotel, Summit Park View, and the Kandawgyi Palace. While if one is planning to explore the city of Bangan, he can stay at the Thande Hotel, Thazin Garden or at the Tharabar Gate. When in Mandalay, the best places to spend night are at the Mandalay Hill resort, Sedona Hotel or at the Emerald Land Inn.
Myanmar is a spectacular place. There is no doubt why it was considered as one of the safest and the most beautiful tourist destination in the world, because of its splendid beauty, rich culture and warm people.
So for travel aficionados out there, Myanmar’s waiting for you to visit and explore.