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For those dreamy souls seeking pristine beauty and tranquility, Ngapali Beach is the ideal destination. Renowned as Myanmar's most famous beach, Ngapali captivates with its untouched natural allure – sparkling white sands beneath radiant sunshine, weaving along lush coconut trees. Beyond beachcombing, strolls, and exploring the surrounding natural landscapes, visitors can immerse themselves in delightful excursions, such as visiting quaint fishing villages, local markets, or venturing into the rural areas on charming bicycles.
Explore the enchanting temples in Bagan
Situated along the Ayeyarwady River, the city of Bagan is known as the 'City of Ten Thousand Temples.' Bagan not only boasts unique temple structures in Southeast Asia but also exudes a mysterious, sacred ambiance with numerous delightful surprises waiting to be discovered. The temples in Bagan are often in close proximity, making bicycles the most suitable mode of transportation for explorers. Alternatively, you can opt for other fun modes of transportation like horse carriages, tuk-tuks, buses, and more.
The ideal place to savor 'delicious-nutritious-affordable' cuisine
Despite Myanmar's cuisine being influenced by India, China, Thailand, and various ethnic culinary cultures, the local dishes here have their own unique and captivating qualities. Not only delectable, but Myanmar's cuisine is also intricate in preparation and notably budget-friendly. When in Yangon or Bagan, seize the opportunity to indulge in distinctive street food such as tea and flatbread, Samosa Salad, Shan noodles, grilled delicacies, and fragrant curry rice.
Myanmar's locals are friendly and generous
Ask anyone who has traveled to Myanmar about the most impressive aspects, and the answer will always be the radiant golden pagodas and the friendly smiles, faces adorned with Myanmar's traditional thanaka. No matter where you go in Myanmar, friendly smiles and warm assistance from the locals are easily encountered throughout your journey.
Marvel at the beauty of the Golden Rock
Also known as the Golden Boulder, Golden Rock is situated in the small town of Kyaikhtiyo, approximately 160 km from Yangon. It's a large granite rock, standing about 15 meters tall, with a 5-meter-high pagoda on its summit.
Golden Rock balances on the edge of a rocky ledge, with its contact point to the cliff very small and delicate. Despite earthquakes in the region, Golden Rock has remained steadfast over time. According to legend, its balance is maintained by a strand of Buddha's hair. The journey to Golden Rock is challenging, but the inconveniences don't deter the increasing number of visitors flocking to this unique site.
Immerse yourself in the lively street life of Mandalay
The name Mandalay might evoke a sense of tranquility and gentleness, but the city is bustling with numerous exciting activities happening on its streets.
Stepping out of your hotel and wandering the streets of Mandalay, you'll know that your decision was absolutely right. This city captivates not only with bustling markets offering a variety of street foods and the charm of ancient architectural structures but also with the joyfulness of its people, quickly immersing you into Mandalay's vibrant life.
Experience hot air balloon rides in Bagan
Stretching across the arid plains along the Ayeyarwady River in central Myanmar, Bagan is best admired from the basket of a hot air balloon. Beneath the balloons, thousands of temple spires with sparkling golden tips dot the expansive flatlands, creating a mesmerizing sight.
Morning is the ideal time to admire Bagan from a hot air balloon, as the crisp early morning scenery will make you feel like you've wandered into a fairy-tale land.
Myanmar is a fantastic destination for river, lake, and sea tourism
With its three main rivers - Yangon, Irrawaddy, and Chinwin, your journey to explore Myanmar's golden land will become much more exciting. Boat trips will take you to witness the serene and picturesque landscapes along with numerous ancient temples and pagodas on both riverbanks. If you're a fan of the vast, expansive ocean, you can also rent a boat to visit the Mergui Archipelago, exploring hundreds of rocky islands with the majestic beauty of land, water, and the deep blue sky. In the south, you can find more private options to discover, such as the Andaman Resort by Inle Lake.
U Bein Bridge – The Ultimate Sunset Spot in the World
The U Bein Bridge in Myanmar stands as the world's longest teakwood bridge, spanning the Taungthamna River and serving as a familiar spot for locals and Buddhist enthusiasts to admire the sunset. Recognized by CNNGo as one of the most breathtaking sunset spots globally, this 1.2 km wooden bridge has gracefully endured for two centuries.
Reference: Traveltimes.vn
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MytourSeptember 30, 2015
