Hardly anyone would have envisaged Myanmar to be so beautiful, mysterious, culturally rich as it is today. Also known as a “Golden Land,” it gained this name owing to the cultural history and natural resources. The tourist places comprise of gem-encrusted temples, incredible rock formation caves, pristine beaches, and a thrilling culture to connect with.
While passing through the destinations, you will have some sensational experience witnessing the sunrise and planes covered with clusters of temples. The stunningly rich country is now open for tourism only in the past few years after passing through the rise-and-fall of empires and military dictatorship for years. Let’s embark on the journey of Myanmar tour through the sacred land of the buddha.
Shwedagon Pagoda:
Have you heard of the Eiffel tower of Yangon? We are sure it is the one-must-not-miss location in Myanmar. If we believe the legends, this Pagoda is almost 2600 years old, and if scientists are to be believed, it is nearly 1000-1400 years old. The gem-encrusted temple’s roof can be seen from most rooftops of the city.
Shwedagon Pagoda is rumored to hold Lord Buddha’s hair. To add more to the surprise, the glorious temple has 27 metric tons of gold leaf, diamonds, and gems engraved on the top of the Pagoda. This pride place of Myanmar will surely give you a breathtaking and magical experience.
Visit the Boutique Winery:
It turns out quite amusing that Burma also has its own vineyards! Yes, you heard it right; if you are one of those who love visiting the vineyards, then you should definitely visit Aythaya winery established back in 1999 near the Inle Lake. Monte DiVino lodge, a tiny boutique hotel gives you the view of the area where you can enjoy your glass of rose with the locals. It sounds exciting right!
Visit the Waterfalls:
Love swimming? Yes, visit the east of Mandalay. It is one of the most relaxing getaways featuring sequential dramatic waterfalls. The town of Pyin Oo Lwin was once an escape lane for the British colonials. You can plan a trip to a crystal clear waterfall named Taw Gyaint, which is a perfect spot for avid swimmers.
Saddar Cave:
It is quite astonishing to see hundreds of Buddhist statues in a single cave! This place is located quite close to the Thai border, which can be explored by walking under the entire mountain and also by taking a small wooden boat passing through the paddy fields.
The area is fully covered with lush green open fields, and bulbous mountains all around. Inside the cave, you see giant Buddhist sculptures and can also hear the bats shriek. Don’t forget to remove your shoes, you are not allowed in there as this natural wonder is a holy place to visit.
Kyaiktiyo Pagoda:
Pilgrims from all around the world visit the Kyaiktiyo Pagoda for meditating and praying to Lord Buddha. The golden-leaf covered stone is hard to miss in Myanmar. It is 25 ft high and 50 ft wide, and a strand of Lord Buddha’s hair is believed to stop the Pagoda from falling. The Pagoda is quite small as compared to other tourist places but is a must-visit site during the full moon day in March of Myanmar tour packages. This is because 90,000 candles are lit at the spot, which makes the golden boulder shine like never before.
Bagan:
Your trip is incomplete without visiting Bagan, a famed archaeological site. Bagan is jaw-droppingly beautiful with more than 2000 Buddhist temples, stupas and pagodas spread all over the region. Almost 2000 structures could survive till today and rest around 8000 of the approx total 10,000 crumbled under their own weight over the years.
Myanmar faced an influx of tourists in recent times and hence the place best to stay is in the old Bagan.
If you are a tropical lover, include Myeik in your Vietnam and Cambodia tours. The place is a fascinating port town where you can hop on a boat and travel around the places. Here is the list of country’s best escape places which will help you uncover some best travel places in Myanmar. We wish you have a fantastic journey on the untrodden parts of Myanmar.
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