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Podcast: Inspiring Temples of Bagan Myanmar
Inspiring Temples of Bagan Myanmar Under its former name, which was spelt as Pagan, you would imagine that the citizens were a bunch of heathens with little or no religion, but nothing could be further from the truth from those who lived in Bagan during its heyday from the 9th to 13th centuries. In those days, Bagan was the biggest city in the country we now know as Myanmar, or Burma. In fact it was a very religious city. Staunchly Buddhist, whose citizens built over 10,000 Buddhist temples, pagodas and monasteries. Of course, time is a great leveller, and now only about 3,800remain. They are still very impressive, and very much worth visiting. Bagan is situated on the eastern bank of the mighty Ayeryarwady (Irrawaddy) River, almost in the middle of the country. It is 290 kilometres (180 mi) southwest of Mandalay and 700 kilometres (430 mi) north of another former capital, Yangon. Bagan is Myanmar’s ancient capital, and it is like no other place I’ve ever visited. There are probably more Buddhist pagoda’s here per square kilometre than anywhere else in the world. Many more than you can easily comprehend. The temples don’t seem to be built in any logical sequence, so it is very difficult for the casual visitor to estimate the number. To call Bagan a “town” gives the wrong impression: it is more of a “place”. Old Bagan, as it is now known, was first established in the 9th century and used to be well populated, but once the military junta, which ruled Myanmar for several decades, realised Bagan’s tourism potential most of the residents were moved a few kilometres away to New Bagan as a means of supposedly preserving the historic sites. This new village is quite a laidback tourist town that is filled with restaurants, hotels, lacquerware factories, ATM’s and ebike rental places. I visited during the off season when few other tourists were around, so local business was not brisk, but you could tell that New Bagan would really buzz during peak season. These magnificent monuments cover a large area measuring 13 kilometres by eight kilometres. It was originally established as a walled city, with twelve gates and a moat, by King Pyinbya in 849. It grew to become the capital of the Pagan Empire for about 250 years, and it was during this period that many of the buildings were constructed by the adherents of Theravada Buddhism. There are a great number of important temples which are open to visitors, but in order to get a better understanding of the history and the meanings of the various temples I hired local drivers to show me around. My reasoning was because very few of the pagodas are signposted. There are a couple of main roads that have been asphalted, but mostly the site is criss-crossed by unmarked dirt tracks, so good local knowledge is needed in order to find many of the pagodas. Hiring local drivers was quite cheap, and I do like to support the local economy. These drivers have spent their whole lives in Bagan, and they know how to find temples that are pure gems. In many instances, I was the only westerner to be found wandering around. Yet, there were hundreds of Burmese also visiting whilst I was there. The one thing I was not fully prepared for was that each pagoda is still an active place of worship, and that means removing shoes when entering. I had done some research beforehand so knew that showing knees at temples was shunned. I had taken both long trousers and shorts that extended to well below the knee. I also knew that in order to enter a temple I would have to remove shoes. I wore Crocs because they are very light, waterproof and easily removed. However, I had assumed that each pagoda would have marble floors that would be easy to walk. That was true for the pagodas I’d visited in Yangon and Mandalay, but the Bagan temples are so numerous, and so ancient, and those smooth walking surfaces had been trodden so often over the centuries that, either from lack of maintenance or earthquake activity, many surfaces were more like broken brick than smooth marble. There is so much detail to be seen at each place. Some pagodas are very grand, and quite ornate with remarkably cool interiors, a true retreat from the clinging heat outside. All show signs of age, especially as inside plaster has deteriorated and wall and ceiling paintings have become quite faint. I could easily detect the locals’ excitement as they entered each temple, in fact they exhibited palpable joy at the experience of visiting a new site. I grasped that each temple, and indeed each Buddha within, held much significance although I couldn’t hope to understand the basis for it. I was truly enchanted by the town as it is a destination like no other I have visited. My feet may have suffered a little, but my mind expanded at the audacity of human initiative on display there. My feet soon recovered from their ordeal, but my memories keep taking me back to Bagan; a place where time has stood still.
Balloons over Bagan marks milestone in the sky
Look at any travel story or poster promoting tourism in Myanmar and chances are it will feature one of two iconic images - the shimmering golden stupa of Shwedagon Pagoda, or a hot-air balloon drifting celestially over the ancient temples of Bagan at sunrise. While Shwedagon is said to be more than 2,000 years old, the Balloons Over Bagan flights are this month celebrating their 20th anniversary. Though 20 years might not sound like much, it’s worth remembering that Myanmar, previously Burma, was for decades off-limits to visitors, and only in recent years has opened up to international travellers. “Balloons Over Bagan pioneered a vision of portraying Myanmar history at a time when the country was as yet unknown to most travellers,” said Cyrus Pun, the CEO of Memories Group, the parent company. “Sailing through the skies in these burgundy balloons has become a once-in-a-lifetime experience for thousands of international visitors from around the world, and will continue to be for decades to come, but most importantly it has contributed hugely to the local community, including our staff, many of whom have been with us since we first began.” “Following the huge popularity in Bagan, in 2013 we introduced balloons at Inle Lake, and in January 2020 we will launch in the picturesque town of Loikaw in northeastern Myanmar,” said U Tun Thura, the current general manager of Balloons Over Bagan.
Bagan’s special highlights of Myanmar tour
With Myanmar’s ancient capital, Bagan, now inscribed into the UNESCO World Heritage list, new offerings are being rolled out by various travel companies to promote the destination. The tailor-made travel specialist, Hayes & Jarvis is now offering bespoke travel to the region including nine-day highlights of Myanmar tour, giving an authentic and magical experience of the ‘Land of the Golden Pagoda’. Starting in the country’s largest city, Yangon, guests will explore the colonial-style buildings and sites of Burma’s former capital. From there, the itinerary weaves its way through the country’s spectacular landscapes, visiting local villages, bustling local markets and revealing extraordinary Buddhist heritage. The trip will explore the monasteries of Mandalay to the floating villages on Inle Lake, temples of Bagan to the famous Shwedagon Pagoda.
Bagan ripe for international investment
International tourism in Bagan, Myanmar, is experiencing strong growth, but the ancient destination is still under-served by major hotel groups, a new report has found. In its latest emerging market update, Thailand-based C9 Hotelworks revealed that the historic temple-studded landscape welcomed a total of 282,387 overseas visitors in 2016, with a five-year average growth rate of 12%. It also revealed that Europe and US represent approximately 24% of total international arrivals, and that high-end travellers are creating demand. Despite this however, Bagan's hotel industry remains dominated by smaller domestic hotel groups. There are currently 88 international standard accommodation options operating in the Bagan area, comprising just under 3,000 keys. And this provides opportunities for international hoteliers seeking to establish a foothold in the fast-growing Myanmar market. "In the next 24 months will see 804 new rooms coming into supply, but this is mainly from domestic investors," said C9’s managing director, Bill Barnett. "Clearly there is ample space for overseas investors in the hospitality space, given high room rates and stronger seasonal trading." All of the new hotels currently in the pipeline for Bagan are smaller, locally operated properties. The 804 keys are split between 21 hotels and guesthouses, with an average room count of just 38. But hotel development is accelerating; annual supply growth jumped from 3% in 2015 to 15% last year, and according to C9, the protectors of the historic Bagan complex now have a decision to make regarding the future of the heritage site "Looking at the path forward, the question is whether Bagan will succumb to the temptation to go into the mass market as has Siem Reap, Hoi An and Luang Prabang or is the true measure of success to remain small and targeted in its approach. Only the future can tell," the report concluded.
SeaTrek to increase conservation projects in 2025
Expedition cruise company SeaTrek announced that it is expanding the number of local conservation projects it will be supporting in Indonesia for 2025. With the primary goal of preserving and restoring Indonesia's incredible natural and cultural heritage SeaTrek is channelling its support at the grassroots level to help local people doing good on the ground with the resources they have available. These local heroes are champions of their local environments and SeaTrek believes they are better able to identify the needs of their community by working directly to protect and steward animals and ecosystems in their own backyards. Sailing aboard its 12-berth traditional, UNESCO-heritage Indonesian Ironwood masted sailing ship, Ombak Putih or the smaller 6-berth Katharina, SeaTrek takes guests on a variety of sailing itineraries to meet and experience these organisations' work, depending on the season and local conditions. SeaTrek director Frank Hyde said: “It feels good to help and helping is at the centre of what we do. The whole team’s goal is to help maintain, and restore where necessary, the incredible nature and cultures of Indonesia. Our belief is that by operating trips filled with pleasure and purpose our guests can go home with a next level happiness knowing that their travel has helped the places that they visited, the people that they met and the crew that took care of them. Last but certainly not least, the traditional wooden boats that we travel in help keep the amazing culture of traditional wooden boat building alive. My aim is to have a business that allows all participants, guests, the SeaTrek team, and the people that we visit to go to bed at night feeling that they have done something to make things just a little bit better.” A variety of initiatives The proposed projects include meeting Pak Oné, a remarkable local fisherman in Alor who has worked with various organisations to reduce coral abrasion and restore the underwater seagrass meadows and mangroves of Sikka Island and Mali Island. Through his work Pak Oné has been able to encourage a lone Dugong called ‘Mawar’ to make this underwater meadow his home. As part of the journey from Komodo to Alor SeaTrek guests join a small local boat excursion to an area of seagrass where Mawar is frequently spotted, and the Dugong will often approach the boat, allowing guests to have a rare encounter with nature. In Sumbawa near the Komodo National Park and at Kaimana in Triton Bay, the fishermen at the bagan fishing platforms share a small part of their catch with the local population of Whale Sharks. Working with these fishermen, SeaTrek arranges to bring small groups to swim in the water with these gentle giants and observe them in their natural environment. This is a lovely illustration of how people and animals may coexist peacefully, and the whale sharks are no longer seen as a threat to the fishermen’s livelihoods by taking a portion of their catch and have instead value as a second stream of income. As a further illustration of the mutually beneficial relationship between humans and their native fauna, the residents of Bacan and Papua collaborate with SeaTrek to guide guests through the forests to witness the breathtaking Birds of Paradise. Before this arrangement, these individuals, who own the woodlands SeaTrek visits, made a living by clearing the trees and catching these birds to sell in the local markets. Under this new agreement, the birds are protected, the trees are flourishing again, and the men now have a new source of income from tourism. All hands in for conservation For guests wanting to get hands-on with a conservation project they can spend a morning assisting in the restoration of a coral reef off the island of Hatamin in the Komodo National Park. Wearing snorkels and a mask, they can help to secure small ‘frags’ of coral onto metal racks which are then carried by the SeaTrek guests to an area just offshore where they will grow into new coral beds. Over time, these attract hundreds of fish to live amongst the kaleidoscope of colourful coral species and guests leave with a deeper appreciation for the important conservation work being done and the feeling that they have been a part of the restoration process. The project is headed up by the Coral Guardians who have successfully brought back an extensive area of corals and thus the fish for a local community living on the edge of the National Park. Powered by one time fisherman, they have now become stewards or ‘coral guardians’ of their place. Since the project started in 2012 over 53,000 corals have been restored, with five times the number of fish species reintroduced in the last four years and the local fish population has increased by over 300%. In the waters of Raja Ampat, after decades of decline in local populations endangered Zebra Sharks are being bred and released as part of the ReShark STaR programme. SeaTrek guests visit the project to learn how ReShark is using eggs flown in from various partner aquariums around the world to support the Stegostoma tigrinum Augmentation and Recovery (StAR) project and realise the goal of releasing 500 Zebra Sharks in Indonesian waters in an attempt to restore a self-sustaining wild population. SeaTrek guests in Raja Ampat will also meet Konstantinus Saleo, a Papuan local who is restoring seagrass beds and corals near his home village. They can get hands on helping to plant the mangrove seedlings and learn about the vital role seagrass plays in providing food, shelter, and nurseries for many marine animals, absorbing carbon dioxide from the water through photosynthesis, and how it helps to mitigate the impact of storms and wave action on coral reefs by absorbing wave energy. Aiding local communities and organisations Beyond these projects SeaTrek also supports local drivers and guides and sources local produce and seafood from villages along the routes. SeaTrek even carries solar powered lights to distribute to villages, as well as simple ceramic-based water filters, providing safe and clean drinking water. One of SeaTrek’s tour leaders has a small NGO called Peek Under the Surface (PUTS) which is run through SeaTrek and works by giving swim goggles to children in the places SeaTrek visits. The children live alongside some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world, but without the means to see them they have never been able to experience or understand the allure of corals that brings people thousands of miles to their village to see them. By giving the children goggles they get a chance to gain a wider understanding of the world around them and the importance of keeping a healthy ecosystem for the good of all.
Fly into Festive Bliss: MAI’s Exclusive Thingyan Travel Offers Await!
As the vibrant colors of Thingyan paint the skies, heralding the dawn of Myanmar New Year, let your spirit take flight with Myanmar Airways International (MAI). Elevate your celebration with exclusive fares and festive promotions as MAI beckons you to embark on an adventure like no other. From the buzzing streets to tranquil hideaways, indulge in the essence of Thingyan with MAI and weave unforgettable moments into the fabric of your journey. Experience Festive Travel with MAI's Exclusive Deals From April 1st to April 30th, 2024, MAI brings you unbeatable deals to make your Thingyan holidays truly memorable. Whether you're a local resident planning a getaway or an international traveler eager to explore Myanmar's rich cultural tapestry, MAI has something special in store for you. Unlock Special Promotions During this limited sales period, MAI offers exclusive fares on flights covering a range of destinations. From the bustling streets of Yangon to the serene beauty of Bagan, and from the picturesque shores of Ngapali to the historic charm of Mandalay, MAI has your Thingyan travel needs covered. Travel Dates and Destinations The travel period for these exciting deals spans from April 1st to July 31st, 2024, allowing you to plan your Thingyan getaway with flexibility and convenience. Whether you wish to revel in the festivities in your hometown or explore new destinations during the extended holidays, MAI ensures that your travel experience is seamless and enjoyable. Embrace the Spirit of Thingyan As Myanmar comes alive with the sounds of laughter, music, and water splashing, MAI invites you to be a part of this joyous celebration. Whether you're indulging in traditional water festivities or savoring delicious local delicacies, let MAI be your trusted companion on this unforgettable journey. Book Now and Save! Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience Thingyan like never before. Plan your Thingyan getaway with MAI today and take advantage of our exclusive deals and festive savings. With limited-time offers available only until April 30th, 2024, now is the perfect time to secure your seats and embark on an adventure of a lifetime. Secure Your Seat for Thingyan Fun Celebrate Thingyan in style with MAI and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or with friends, let MAI be your preferred choice for festive travel. Book your flights now and embark on an extraordinary journey filled with joy, laughter, and cultural immersion. Happy Thingyan!
Follow in the footsteps of Simon Reeve to see Indonesia’s Coral Triangle with SeaTrek Sailing Adventures
For fans of the explorer Simon Reeve, his new BBC2 Sunday night series ‘Wilderness’ which takes viewers on his toughest journeys yet, is a feast for fellow adventurers keen to see some of the earth’s last great wild areas. In episode three he voyages across the vast Coral Triangle of Indonesia, a huge wilderness of tropical seas and jungle clad islands in the southwest corner of the Pacific. The Coral Triangle is one of the most beautiful and biodiverse areas of our oceans, and crucial to the health of the wider marine environment. Viewers can follow in his footsteps to visit the same places Reeve explores in the programme through a choice of voyages aboard a traditional pinisi vessel with the Indonesian expedition cruise operator SeaTrek Sailing Adventures. For example on SeaTrek’s 14-day Rare Species, Remote Cultures & Remarkable Corals itinerary guests travel from Ternate to Bitung and spend time with the Bajau sea gypsies going ashore to Kabalutan Village, off the coast of Togean Island north of central Sulawesi, to meet them, see their very unique way of life, living in harmony with the water, and snorkel in the same pristine coral reefs, and as part of the journey will also have the chance to swim with Whale Sharks. Or on the 10-day Papua’s Whale Sharks & Birds of Paradise cruise the journey takes guests to sail in the southernmost islands of the Raja Ampat National Park with its picturesque chain of jungle-covered limestone islets and spectacular corals reefs before heading east to the spectacular Triton Bay to swim with Whale Sharks. Alongside opportunities for fantastic snorkelling guests will be able to visit the ReShark Star Project, seen in the programme, and witness this ambitious initiative which aims to repopulate Raja Ampat with Zebra sharks through conservation translocation. On some departures in Raja Ampat SeaTrek guests are joined by experts such as the French marine biologist Vincent Chalias who is able to enrich the trip with his knowledge of the complexities of the myriad coral species of the Coral Triangle and their interconnected relationships in these marine rich underwater habitats. The final part of the programme takes Reeve to see and swim with magnificent Whale Sharks. These incredibly gentle giants of the sea have been estimated to live to over 100 years of age, reaching maturity at around 30 years old. They feed on plankton and small fish, which are abundant in the ocean, and are in turn preyed upon by larger fish and sharks. By regulating the population of smaller fish, whale sharks help to ensure that other marine species have enough food to survive. Whilst SeaTrek does not go to Cendrawasi Bay, which is seen in the programme, they do take guests south of there to Triton Bay on the 10-day Papua’s Whale Sharks and Birds of Paradise cruise. There guests can, like Reeve, swim with the Whale Sharks on the Bagan (fisherman’s platforms) and witness the symbiotic relationship that exists between these magnificent giants of the sea and fishermen who fish from the platforms. Michael Travers, Head of Guest Relations for SeaTrek, commented, "It's great to see that ‘Wilderness’ has highlighted the fragile Coral Triangle and shown viewers the rich and diverse marine life and the people who live so intricately connected to the sea. At SeaTrek, we are constantly looking for ways to share with our guests the symbiotic relationship between humans and wildlife, and we hope that by bringing people to meet the Bajau people and showing them Whale Sharks, we can help to raise awareness of the urgent need to sustain these cultures and species for future generations".
Data Reveals true cost of bucket-list holidays with Czech Republic being most affordable for Brits
A trip to the Taj Mahal is more affordable for Brits than visiting the Eiffel Tower, new research reveals. A new study, conducted by Novuna Personal Finance, delved into the cost of visiting bucket list destinations around the world, looking at the most affordable and expensive locations. The research analysed the cost of flights from the UK, food, admission fees, and accommodation to estimate how much it could cost Brits to take a week-long trip to some of the world’s top-rated tourist attractions. Prague Castle topped the list of most affordable bucket list destinations, costing just £898 for one traveller to take a week’s holiday. Hagia Sophia in Turkey came in second (£985), followed by Petra in Jordan (£1,026). Most Affordable Bucket List Attractions for Brits 2023 Affordability ranking Bucket list attraction Country Estimated total cost for 1 week 1 Prague Castle Czech Republic £898 2 Hagia Sophia Turkey £985 3 Petra Jordan £1,026 4 The Acropolis Greece £1,052 5 Borobudur Indonesia £1,202 6 The Taj Mahal India £1,249 7 The Colosseum Italy £1.259 8 Bagan Myanmar £1,327 9 Burj Khalifa United Arab Emirates £1,335 10 Basílica de la Sagrada Familia Spain £1,340 11 Pyramids of Giza Egypt £1,347 12 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre United Arab Emirates £1,473 13 Machu Pichu Peru £1,504 14 Mount Kilimanjaro Tanzania £1,505 15 Cristo Redentor Brazil £1,631 16 Iguazu Falls Brazil £1,647 17 Grand Canyon USA £1,770 18 Great Wall of China China £1,801 19 Chichen Itza Mexico £1,880 20 Eiffel Tower France £1,882 21 Niagara Falls Canada / USA £2,113 22 Angkor Wat Cambodia £2,331 23 Mount Fuji Japan £2,413 24 Empire State Building USA £2,880 25 Great Barrier Reef Australia £5,303 When it comes to the most expensive bucket list destination, the Great Barrier Reef was revealed to be the dearest – a trip to the world’s largest coral reef system will cost the average UK traveller £5,303 for the week. The flights alone cost close to £2,000, while accommodation on Hamilton Island will set you back over £2,788 for this once-in-a-lifetime trip. It’s clear holidaymakers are on the lookout for once-in-a-lifetime trips without breaking the bank. Novuna Personal Finance spotted an 84 per cent increase in searches for ‘bucket list destinations’ this year, while searches for ‘affordable luxury holidays’ have surged by 52 per cent in the same period. Theresa Lindsay, Director of Marketing at Novuna Personal Finance, comments: “Whether for a milestone birthday, special occasion, or simply to see the world, we all have those bucket list destinations we dream of travelling to. “Our research has found that the costs of travelling to some of the world’s most highly rated tourist attractions are more affordable and accessible than many would expect. It is particularly interesting to see so many non-European destinations within the most affordable list, especially as holidaymakers often won’t consider travelling outside of Europe, due to the anticipated expenses. “As the research shows, the difference between the cost of a more ordinary holiday and visiting a bucket list destination is not as extreme as perhaps expected. We’re seeing an increase in searches for these once-in-a-lifetime destinations, too, as people look to tick off one of their dream destinations instead. “However, travelling to bucket list destinations can be costly, even when the most affordable is chosen. That’s where a holiday loan can help, as it allows holidaymakers to spread the cost over a series of fixed-rate payments. “Holiday loans can also be used to enhance the experience of travelling abroad, allowing holidaymakers to top up their travel budgets. This could include upgrading flights to first class, adding another destination to the itinerary, or booking personal tours of these famous landmarks.”
5 Most Interesting Tourist Places to Visit in Myanmar
Myanmar is the preferable tourist place of Southern Asia. It is famous being amid cultural beauties of indelible excellence. Commonly known as Burma, it is the best tourist country, being having Buddha and beaches. The thousands of Buddhist temples and pristine white beaches along the Andaman Sea and Bay of Bengal make this country influencing and advantageous among other tourist attractions. Fortunately, in September 2014, Myanmar evisa from India launched. It permits travellers to get their visa within 28 days. Thus, to witness the best glimpses, no better tourist destination than Myanmar. 1. Inle Lake – Amazed natural beauty Inle Lake is one of the captivated tourist places in Myanmar. It is best known for the unique fishing methods by its fishermen where they row with one leg only. Even though tourism in Inle Lake has developed in recent years, this attraction has been the natural beauty of this region. And also among the famous tourist destinations Myanmar. This destination will give your indelible experience on your short trip. You will find a sensation of floating houses where you will get into the immense beauty of nature—also, no word for its traditional handicrafts. You find silk weavers and silversmiths sitting near the lake. 2. Mandalay – The fascinating Cultural Capital Among one of the tourist places in Myanmar, Mandalay has located about half an hour flight from Bagan. Earlier, it was the capital of ancient Myanmar only, but now it is a city of smoke, dust, and chaos. Besides, travelling to Mandalay will gratify your thirst of experiencing majestic and sacred temples. Also, you will be amazed by watching the inherent beauty of this land. It is the perfect example of architectural wonders and bustling town. Shwenandaw, Kuthodaw and Mahamuni Buddha image magnificent architecture of Mandalay Hill are more attractions in Mandalay. Further, do not forget to visit Bein Bridge (near the historic village in Amarapura). It is the longest teak wooden bridge. Professional photographers use it to capture sunset landscapes. You don't forget to take beautiful photographs with your family or buddies at Bein Bridge. 3. Hpa An – Site of captivated nature To make your short exciting, you have to head off to the small Hpa An town to grab an unforgettable experience. So, be sure to put this place in your list of top 5 attractive tourist places in Myanmar. Hpa An is in the southeast of Yangon. You need to manage 7 hours at least to reach there over a cart. If you are a lover of a vibrant and crowded area, take a morning walk in this Hpa An market to explore colourful sellers along with busting sounds of local people. If you love history, then this place in Myanmar will make your day. It has a lot of Buddhist temple caves with catchy architecture and layout. Also, Hpa An is amid dramatic limestone mountain. It is a lovely place to embark on the ferry to experience serene beauty and spectacular cliffs on the riversides. While you will head off outside this city, you will find influencing green rice fields along with stunning mountains behind the stones. Thus, tiny attractions in Yangon would make your trip to Myanmar remarkable and satisfactory. 4. Bagan – The unrevealed treasure Myanmar, being the best tourist place, to glimpse at the most beautiful temples in the world, Began is one of the places where your passion for Buddhist temples, stupas, and pagodas will be fulfilled. Centuries from 9 to 13, Began which was the capital of the First Burmese Empire titled as the "gilded city", it was the home to about 13,000 Buddhist temples, most of them built by Kind Pagan. Still, you will find thousands of temples, pagodas, and stupas with sparkling gold spires in this area. One of the famous Ananda temples is also located in Began. Further, temples in Bagan close to each other. Thus, moving via buses, cycling, tuk-tuk, and even walking recommends. To take the best experience of pagodas, be sure to take a hot-air balloon flight. It will make you feel amazed as you will feel like heaven. Undoubtedly, your Began trip will give you a magnificent archaeological experience. So, please keep it at the top of the list. 5. Shwedagon Pagoda: The somehow scared site Greater Dragon Pagoda is another name used for Shwedagon Pagoda. This place considers the most sacred place in Buddhism in Myanmar as it has a strand of Buddha's hair and other religious relics. Thus, to fetch exceptional experience, keep Shwedagon Pagoda as one of the best tourist places in Myanmar. This sacred place locates on Singuttara Hill in Yangon, which is the largest city in Myanmar. The about 2500-year-old Pagoda has grown from 26 feet to 366 feet (8 meters to 99 meters). The history of Shwedagon is unclear, but it believed the Pagoda was first built by the Mon in the 6th to 10th century AD. Shwedagon Pagoda is beautifully engraved in gold leaf. And stupa covered in 4531 diamonds. Also, you will find several statues, temples, and stupas on this site. Be sure to follow a dress code (T-shirt with elbow-length sleeves, and a trouser) before entering this temple. Besides, the above tourist attractions in Myanmar, you will find many more, which you can manage in a long trip. As per Myanmar evisa from India or other countries, tourists can take a maximum stay of 28 days. So, you can stay for a maximum 28 years wherein you can explore all corners of this ancient country to the fullest. So, book your trip to Myanmar soon to fetch extraordinary experiences in your life! Mar soon to fetch extraordinary experiences in your life!
Banyan Tree and Htoo join hands to boost hospitality landscape in Myanmar
Banyan Tree Holdings (through its wholly-owned subsidiary Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts) and Myanmar Treasure Hotel & Resort Group Company (better known as Htoo Hospitality) announced the signing of a joint venture (JV) agreement for the formation of a hotel management business in Myanmar. Launched in 2002 and built upon authentic Burmese culture and traditions, Htoo Hospitality owns and manages the largest collection of 15 hotels located across eight states and 11 destinations in Myanmar. The JV shall initially be responsible for the management of the 17 hotels and resorts (15 existing properties and two in the pipeline) owned by Htoo Hospitality. These include the iconic brands Aureum Palace Hotels & Resorts (located at Bagan, Ngapali and Inle Lake), Myanmar Treasure Resorts and Malikha Lodge as well as projects under development such as Kandawygi Palace Hotel in Yangon and a new destination resort in the Mergui Archipelago. Some of these properties will gradually be rebranded into either a jointly-developed new brand for the Myanmar market or a brand within Banyan Tree Holding’s brand portfolio. Under a long-term partnership, the JV envisions to become the top hotel management company in Myanmar, overseeing and managing hotels owned by third parties. With the anticipated tourism boom in Myanmar, there will be strong demand for quality local hospitality talents. Ho Kwon Ping, executive chairman of Banyan Tree Holdings, said: “As a leading independent global hospitality company, we identified growth opportunities in Myanmar’s hotel management sector. With this head-start coupled with our hotel management expertise, we are mindful that this joint venture will open further opportunities for our group to enter key strategic sectors in this fast-flourishing country.” U Tay Za, chairman of Htoo Group of Companies said: “By combining our hotel assets, some of the most beautiful properties in Myanmar, and Banyan Tree’s unmatched hotel management know-how, this strategic alliance will drive Myanmar hospitality to a whole new level and bring positive synergies and value to both partners, our employees and environment.”
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