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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 |
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Yangon
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Bagan
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Mandalay
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Kayin State
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Mon State
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Rakhine State
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Shan State
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Mergui Archipelago
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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?
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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