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Summary What Is It? Mingun Pagoda – What To Expect Entrance Fee How To Get To Mingun Pagoda Best Tours In Myanmar Where We Stayed The awesome Mingun Pagoda (also known as the Pahtodawgyi ruins) is one of the most interesting attractions near Mandalay, Myanmar. This giant unfinished monument from 18th century Burma was intended…
Summary of the Temples of Bagan 1. Bagan Temples – The History 2. Where is Bagan 3. Bagan – UNESCO World Heritage Site 4. Why Visit Bagan? 5. How to See Bagan’s Temples 6. Tips for Visiting Bagan 7. Where to Stay in Bagan We love visiting ancient ruins, and the ancient temples of Bagan…
Summary The Case of the Headphones-Wearing Buddha The Case of the Buddha Leg Tattoos A Rising Tide of Nationalism in Myanmar Lessons Learned the Hard Way Buddhism and Cultural Sensitivity in Myanmar To go by Jim Croce, “You don’t tug on Superman’s cape; you don’t spit into the wind; you don’t pull the mask off…
Summary of Highlights in Myanmar 1. The Top 9 Foods to Try in Myanmar 2. Transportation in Myanmar 3. 9 Places in Myanmar That You Probably Haven’t Heard Of 4. 7 Out-of-the-Way Beaches in Myanmar 5. The 15 Best Things to Do in Myanmar 6. Shwedagon Pagoda: Planning Your Trip 7. What Prepaid Cellular SIM…
1. Hello in Burmese 2. Thank You in Burmese 3. Overview of the Burmese Language 4. Other Useful Burmese Expressions Hello, Thank You, and Useful Phrases in Burmese Knowing how to say hello in Burmese will come in very handy as you meet friendly people again and again throughout Myanmar. Learning a few simple expressions…
Discover the Unique Wonders of Inle Lake, Myanmar In the unique watery world of Inle Lake, Intha fishermen row canoes with one leg, gardens float, and wooden homes perch above the water on rickety stilts. Take some time to explore one of Myanmar’s most iconic destinations with an early-morning cruise, a cycle through the countryside,…
Myanmar: Understanding the Historical Context of Its Names Why does this Southeast Asian nation, which has zoomed back into international focus following a military coup on 1 February 2021, have two names? The answer is a complicated one where history, politics, and transliteration all play vital roles. It’s not uncommon for countries to change their…
The Dining Rituals of Monks in Myanmar Myanmar’s cultural richness is beautifully represented by the rituals surrounding its Buddhist monks, especially during their unique lunchtime customs. At the Mahagandhayon Monastic Institution in Amarapura, tourists are drawn to witness an extraordinary sight each day. Timing and Rituals Every day at approximately 10 a.m., visitors gather along…
Explore Ancient Pagodas in Myanmar through Romain Veillon’s Lens VP Kamala Harris takes questions in town hall with radio host Charlamagne tha God. Watch CNN The Passing of Time The passing of time: ‘Each story will be different from one another, and that’s what I love,’ says Veillon. ‘To me, my pictures act as a…
The Mergui Archipelago in Burma The Mergui Archipelago, also known as Myeik, consists of a stunning array of islands, some miles long while others are merely jagged rocks. These islands boast lush jungles, pristine white-sand beaches, and are virtually unnamed—at least for now. This region is on the verge of being discovered, making it an…