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Top Places to Visit in Yangon

Nivedita Jhunjhunwala · Jan 2, 2019 · Leave a Comment

Yangon, formerly called Rangoon, was the capital of Myanmar until it changed to Naypyidaw. Not only is Yangon the largest city in Myanmar, it has a lot of culture and heritage, and many historical stories tied up to its past.

1.Shwedagon Pagoda

Shwedagon Pagoda
The beautiful pagoda of Yangon

The most sacred and beautiful golden Buddhist Stupa(Great Dagon Pagoda). Home to the Shwedagon Pagoda festival which happens annually in March, Yangon attracts pilgrims from all around. The Shwedagon Pagoda is more than a place of worship. It is a custodian for Myanmar art, history and architecture.

The exhibit, available to visitors depicts its biography. It is a tribute to those who built it, to the Buddhism principles it represents, and to the hopes it inspires.

2.Kandawgyi Lake

Panoramic view of lake
Kandawgyi Lake

This is an artificial lake located right next to the famous Shwedagon Pagoda. The water from Inya Lake is pumped into this lake with pipes. Despite of being artificial, this lake is one of the two major lakes situated in Yangon, Myanmar.

3.Sule Pagoda

Sule Pagoda

This is yet another mesmerising Pagoda in the country of pagodas. Additionally, this Burmese stupa is located in the heart of downtown Yangon, occupying the centre of the entire city. This pagoda is also considered an important space in contemporary Burmese politics, ideology and geography.

4.Inya Lake

Inya Lake
The largest lake of Yangon

This is the largest lake of Yangon, which also supplies water to the Kandawgyi Lake. It serves as a major destination in modern culture and is a romantic spot for young couples. Furthermore, the Inya Lake Park has also been featured in Burmese media such as movies, books etc. Activities like sailing and rowing are also available for the entertainment purposes of locals and tourists.

5.Hlawga National Park

A Monkey enjoying a fruit in Hlawga National Park
Monkey enjoying her food at Hlawga National Park in Yangon

Hlawga National Park is an open air wildlife space that preserves and cultivates both flora and fauna. It is a popular day trip destination among locals and tourists who love nature and exploring the wild. Adventure options such as hiking, safari-style rides are also available at this huge national park.

6.Kandawgyi Park

Kandawgyi Park

Situated on the banks of the Kandawgyi Lake, this park is a good place to relax and just soak in the scenery around. The picturesque views and the trails along this park are going to provide you with a calm and tranquil feeling. Walking over wooden walk boards amidst lush green foliage is a very refreshing feeling.

After a lot of political disturbances and problems, Yangon has come up to be one of the most frequently visited cities of Myanmar, and offers beautiful places for tourists to go to.


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Top Places to Visit in Mandalay

Nivedita Jhunjhunwala · Dec 11, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Mandalay is the second largest city of Myanmar. The city emerged in 1857-59 by King Mindon. Main aim to create this city was to replace it as the country capital. Mandalay has the majority population of Buddhists. The most spoken language of Mandalay is Burmese and English is the third known language in the city. There are many impressive markets, Indian temples, mosques, workshops of gold, lots of monasteries and a lovely thriving culture like teahouse to explore. The local people are very friendly.

The places of attraction in Mandalay are as listed under:

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Top Places to Visit in Bagan

Nivedita Jhunjhunwala · Nov 12, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Bagan is one of the most ancient cities that exists in Myanmar (previously known as Burma). Situated on the banks of the Ayeyarwady River, Bagan is in central Myanmar, southwest of Mandalay.  Holy sites are a common sighting around Old Bagan. Bagan Archaeological Area compromises of over 2,000 Buddhist monuments towering over the stretch of green Terrain. Here’s a list of a couple of things to do while you visit this ancient city:

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Top Places to Visit in Naypyidaw

Nivedita Jhunjhunwala · Nov 4, 2018 · Leave a Comment

This city takes pleasure in being the capital. Or might I say, the ‘royal capital’ as the Burmese word ‘Naypyidaw’ translates to ‘abode of the king’. As one of the most visited cities of Myanmar, Naypyidaw boasts a lot of exciting places to visit:

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Top Places in Kandy, Sri Lanka

Nivedita Jhunjhunwala · Oct 1, 2018 · Leave a Comment

In Sri Lanka, Kandy is the second largest city. Located in the Central side of the country. One of the beautiful city of Sri Lanka, surrounded by mountains & amazing tea plantations. Also, considered as a sacred place of worship for Buddhist culture.

There are many places of interest in Kandy which is for tourists. Major of them which would be liked are listed below :

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