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Myanmar Travel - Accommodation, Attractions, Information
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? PB Air Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Mae Sot PB Air opened its bridge between Bangkok Suvarnabhumi and Mae Sot, Tak province (see Thailand airports map). The three flights weekly operate on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Flight 9Q852 departs Suvarnabhumi Airport at 7am and arrives on Mae Sot at ... Inya Lake Hotel Yangon The Inya Lake Hotel is a 5-star resort set in 37 acres of lush tropical landscaped gardens. Each of the 211 rooms are air conditioned and feature superior amenities such as teak furnishings, a private terrace, in-room movies, cable television, ... Thiripyitsaya Hotel, Bagan Exuding ambience and luxury, the resort sits on the bank of the Ayeyarwaddy River, just outside the walls of ancient Bagan. The Bagan Thiripyitsaya Sakura Hotel, a former government hotel, is now part of the Japanese Sakura group, and was ... | |||
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 Grand Plaza Parkroyal Hotel  Being an oasis of relaxation, this property offers a pleasant ambience, high standards of comfort and convenient facilities for business as well as leisure travellers. Conveniently located in the heart of Yangon, Parkroyal Hotel is at the corner of Alan Pya Phaya and Yaw Min Gyi Road. This hotel is within the walking distance from the legendary Shwedagon Pagoda, the Bogyoke Aung San Market and the Yangon City Hall, while the airport is 35 kilometres away. Designed for your comfort and convenience, the luxurious accommodation units are well-appointed and come with all the contemporary amenities to make your stay a memorable one. The onsite Le Cafe serves local as well as Continental cuisine for you to feast on. Guests can dine at the onsite restaurants that serve Cantonese, Sichuan as well as Japanese cuisine. After a tiring day, you can chill out at the cosy bar with a refreshing drink. Guests travelling on business purpose can make use of the well-equipped meeting rooms for organising various important events. During leisure, you can have an energetic workout at the well-equipped gymnasium, take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, pamper yourself at the sauna, indulge in the game of tennis or enjoy the steam bath. For a perfect relaxation, you can avail the spa services, which rejuvenates both the body and the soul. |
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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. |
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Travel to 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. 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. |
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| Travel to 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. | |
Facts for the Traveler |
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| Visas: Entry into Myanmar requires a passport valid for at least
six months from the time of entry. 28-day tourist visas are issued and cost
Health risks: cholera, hepatitis, malaria, rabies, typhoid Time Zone: GMT/UTC +6.5 Dialing Code: 95 Electricity: 230V ,50Hz Weights & measures: Imperial |
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When to Go |
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| Climate wise, the best season for visiting Myanmar is November to
February, when it rains least and isn't too hot. If you're hitting the hill
stations or the Rakhine coast, try March to May - on the other hand, Bagan
and Mandalay are intolerable during these months. Myanmar is least crowded
in May, June and September. |
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Events |
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| Festivals are drawn-out, enjoyable affairs and generally take place or culminate on full-moon days. There's often a country fair atmosphere about these celebrations, and they may feature stalls, pwes, music and boxing bouts. Independence Day on 4 January is marked by a seven-day fair in Yangon. Around the middle of April, the three-day Thingyan (water festival) starts the Burman new year. This is the height of the hot season, and it is sensibly celebrated by throwing buckets of cold water at anyone who dares venture into the streets. Girls chase boys through the streets, covering their bound victims in soot and parading them about; later, cows and fish are dressed up, adorned and set free by processions of dancing drummers. In October, the sober three-month Buddhist 'Lent' ends and the Festival of Light celebrates Buddha's return from heaven. For three days Myanmar is lit up by fire balloons and paper lanterns and families make offerings at the local pagoda. |