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Myanmar sits at the crossroads of Asia’s great civilisations of India and China, and looks out onto the vast Indian Ocean next to Thailand. One of South East Asia’s largest and most diverse countries, Myanmar stretches from the sparkling islands of the Andaman Sea in the south right up into the Eastern Himalayan mountain range.
To this day Myanmar remains one of the most mysterious and undiscovered destinations in the world. A land of breathtaking beauty and charm yet only recently emerging into the modern world. What can the casual visitor therefore expect upon arrival, and why should one embark on such a journey in the first place?

Recommended Hotels Myanmar

Chatrium Hotel Yangon

Situated along Kandawgyi Lake, the luxurious Chatrium Hotel Yangon offers spacious rooms with a private balcony. Its 5-star facilities include an outdoor pool, 6 dining options and free Wi-Fi.
The elegant rooms at Yangon Chatrium come with classical décor and hardwood furnishings. All rooms are fitted with a sofa, minibar and en suite bathroom with a bathub.
Traditional Thai massages and herbal baths are available at Lilawadee Spa. Guests can also work out at the fitness centre or relax in the sauna.
Emporia Steak House offers a variety of Asian and Western dishes. Kohaku Restaurant serves Japanese dishes while Chinese food is offered at Tiger Hill Restaurant.
Hotel Chatrium Yangon is located in front of Kandawgyi Natural Park and is a 15-minute walk from Shwedagon Pagoda. Yangon International Airport is 20 km from the hotel.
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The Hotel @ Tharabar Gate

Located in the historic city of Bagan, The Hotel @ Tharabar Gate overlooks the Anandar Temple, which is nicknamed “the jewel of Bagan”. It offers an outdoor pool and spa.
The Hotel @ Tharabar Gate is 15 minutes’ drive from Bagan’s Nyaung Oo Airport.
Featuring wooden floors and furniture, air-conditioned rooms come with cable/satellite TV and a safety deposit box. The window-facing work desk overlooks the garden. Private bathrooms have a bathtub and shower.
Guests can relax on the sun loungers by the pool, or take a stroll in the garden. The hotel offers 24-hour butler service, which aids guests in transport and tour arrangements. Laundry and dry cleaning are provided.
American breakfast is served daily. Meals can be enjoyed in the French Garden or in the semi-open Ananada Restaurant. In-room dining is also available 24 hours.
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Myanmar News

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Yangon, Myanmar
Although Naypyidaw eclipsed Yangon as Myanmar's capital in 2005, Yangon still feels like the de facto center of the country. Its historic waterfront and spectacular veneer of British-colonial architecture may be cornered by one of the world's most contentious military dictatorships, but it's as captivating and dynamic as ever. Mingaladon Airport ...

Travel Destinations Myanmar

Yangon
Ever wanted to feel expensive? Be prepared to surround yourself in gold the next time you enter the doors of Golden Land - Yangon, capital of Myanmar. Located in the southern part of Myanmar, Yangon boasts the legacy of its pre-colonial history and culture. Travellers can opt to visit the old colonial architecture and open-air markets and stalls for handicrafts during the day. At night, Yangon's roads come alive with street stalls selling local delicacies that are sure to make your taste buds dance with joy.
Yangon is definitely the heart and soul of Myanmar. It is a major port and trading centre, and home to a variety of markets, malls, and roadside shops that make it a must-visit shopping paradise for the locals and travellers.
The Bogyoke Aung San Market is a famous one-stop market for arts and handicrafts, gems and jewellery, and traditional costumes.
The Shwedagon Pagoda is a 2,500 year old wonder, it is an attraction that you do not and probably cannot miss as the golden globe lights up the entire city, making it Yangon's most famous landmark.

Your feet are already itching for the next available flight to take you there? Yangon International Airport and Mandalay International Airport are the main getaways and there are daily flights to Yangon from Bangkok and Singapore.

Mandalay
Mandalay is now Myanmar's second largest city with a population of over two million. Once, it was the royal capital of the last monarch of Myanmar. It still has great importance as a cultural center. Mandalay is best known for its rich traditional, cultural, exquisite handicraft such as hand-woven embroidery in silk and cotton, the incredible process of making gold leaves, wood and stone carving. There are many interesting edifices of cultural and religious importance with beautiful wood-carvings and masterpieces of Myanmar masonry.

Myanmar Attractions

Myanmar offers all the traditional delights of Asia in one fascinating country. Virgin jungles, snow-capped mountains and pristine beaches, combined with a rich and glorious heritage spanning more than two thousand years. Spectacular monuments and ancient cities attest to a vibrant culture that is still home to 135 different ethnic groups.

The country’s tourism infrastructure boasts five star properties, intimate boutique hotels and family guest houses in all the major centers, as well as stunning mountain and beach resorts. Myanmar also boasts one of the lowest tourist crime records in the world, so visitors can rest assured their holiday will be carefree from start to finish.

Wherever you go in Myanmar, whether it be cruising down the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River in style, drifting over the ancient city of Bagan by hot air balloon, or searching for that elusive tiger on the back of an elephant, there is always a feeling of adventure. With two modern internal airlines upgrading and expanding their networks, new and exciting destinations off the beaten track are gradually being opened. From mountain trekking and rafting in the far north to world class diving in the Mergui Archipelago. But above all, Myanmar offers the warmest welcome in Asia.

Climate Myanmar

There are mainly three seasons in Myanmar. Cool season is from mid November till end of February with average temperature 15-24. Hot season is from March till end of May with average temperature 25-35. Raining season is from June till October with average rainfall 16 inches and temperature 18-28.

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