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Reasons to Visit Burma

  • Boat trips

    The famous Irrawaddy River flows through the heart of the country for 2,000km to a vast Delta region southwest of Rangoon and provides an important role in everyday life. A journey on this most majestic of rivers is a highlight of any trip.

    Boat trips

  • Hill tribes

    Burma is home to an astonishing number of ethnicities each with their own traditional dress and customs, and in many cases, language and religion. For the most rewarding encounters we recommend heading to the hills of Shan state where it’s possible to stay in remote villages and receive the most genuine of welcomes and hospitality.

    Hill tribes

  • History

    Burma is steeped in history and the legacy of various kingdoms and rule is very much in evidence throughout the country from former ancient capitals and grandiose royal palaces around Mandalay to the faded colonial grandeur of Rangoon’s municipal buildings built by British hands.

    History

  • Local markets

    Whether you are shopping for gems in Rangoon’s Scott Market, betel nut in Kalaw or intricate lacquerware in Pagan there is no better way to immerse yourself in the way of life than to soak up the atmosphere of a local market.

    Local markets

  • Temples

    Wherever you travel in Burma you will only be footsteps away from a temple providing an opportunity to witness the quiet reverence of the Burmese people. Climb up to a viewpoint amongst the ancient stupas of Pagan at sunset, visit stilted temples by boat at Inle Lake or marvel at the shimmering Shwedagon Pagoda.

    Temples

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Visit Monywa, Burma

Monywa is an interesting town to explore and a useful stop if making the journey overland between Mandalay and Pagan. It is also worth visiting the impressive temples and sandstone caves of Hpo Win Daung.

Thanboddhay Temple, Monywa, Burma
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Monywa

Burma

Monywa, situated on the eastern bank of the Chindwin River, is an interesting town to explore and a useful stop if making the journey overland between Mandalay and Pagan.

Temples and caves of Hpo Win Daung

The town lies approximately 140 kilometres to the west of Mandalay and is home to some impressive temples and the sandstone caves of Hpo Win Daung.

There is a satisfactory hotel in Monywa which has pleasant cottage-style rooms, each with their own veranda overlooking the hotel’s landscaped gardens.

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