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Burma

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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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Excursions in Burma: Inle Lake Boat Trip

Around Inle Lake there are many small villages which connect to the main lake by means of narrow canals. Once out on the lake you may see the unique leg-rowing fishermen who stand up on their boats to give them a bird's eye view of the fish in the very shallow waters.

A leg rower transports his goods on one of the channels to Inle Lake
Fisherman and their families choose to live in stilted houses on Inle LakeFather and son paddle on their home-made boat, Inle LakeA child finds a funny moment as his family row him along Inle LakeA lone Inle Lake leg rower drifts across the waterA leg rower transports his goods on one of the channels to Inle LakeA lone fisherman collects his last catch of the day on Inle LakeLongtail boats are the fastest form of transport on Inle LakeA young Burmese boy paddles on the home-made boat, Inle Lake

Inle Lake Boat Trip

Inle Lake, Burma
  • Cruises, Sailing & Water
  • Culture & History

Around Inle Lake there are many small villages which connect to the main lake by means of narrow canals. Once out on the lake you may see the unique leg-rowing fishermen who stand up on their boats to give them a bird's eye view of the fish in the very shallow waters. You may also be able to visit some of the villagers in their homes above the silk and cotton weaving looms where they work.

The Phaung Daw Oo Paya is one of the holiest sites in this area of Shan State as it houses a collection of five highly-revered small Buddha images. These are now unrecognisable as devout Buddhists have adorned them with gold leaf, During the Phaung Daw Oo festival in October four of these images are transported around the lake, spending each night in a different village. Adjacent to the paya you can see the ornate boats that carry these revered images around the lake.

You will also have the opportunity to visit Nga Hpe Chaung, locally known as Jumping Cat Monastery. This is a beautiful wooden monastery which houses an impressive collection of Buddha images, all representing different styles of design found within the country.

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