Bagan is one of the richest archaeological sites in the world, with some 5,000 monuments scattered over the 26 square mile site along the Irrawaddy riverbanks. The Kings of Bagan introduced Theravada Buddhism to central Burma in about 1055 ...
Situated in the state of Kachin close to the Chinese border, Bhamo is a river trading post that has suffered its fair share of incursions over the centuries. This attractive town is home to a daily market which attracts many of the colourfu...
Lake Inlè is surrounded by the Shan Hills, which on calm days are reflected in the Lake's crystal clear waters. At 13.5 miles long and 7 miles wide, the Lake is the second largest in Burma and is home to pagodas and monasteries and more tha...
This former British hill station is located along the western edge of the Shan plateau and provides respite from the heat of the plains of Burma. The surrounding hills provide some of the best trekking in Burma and unique flora and fauna. P...
Rising 3615 ft above sea level, the small golden stupa at Kyaikhtiyo stands on the top of a giant gold-gilded boulder. This Golden Rock is perched on the edge of Kachin Hill and is an important place of pilgrimmage for Buddhists. ...
The name Mandalay conjures up alluring ideas of a serene and peaceful place, being timeless and quintessentially Asian. Unfortunately the 21st century Mandalay is a fast growing, slightly scruffy place which is developing along the lines of...
Located in the southern state of Rakhaing, Ngapali Beach is a 2 mile stretch of fine white sand, fringed with palm trees. This tropical paradise is lapped by the clear, turquoise waters of the Bay of Bengal, Ngapali is where people go to 'g...
This former capital was known by its colonial era name Rangoon until 1989 when the ruling military regime changed it back to Yangon, which means 'end of strife'. Even after the government relocated its capital to Nay Pyi Daw in 2006, Yangon...