Myanmar remains, as ever, a country shrouded in mystery. The hardest fought and least travelled paths in life, however, yield unforgettable memories. Stories that we pass onto generations. For the uninitiated, the sheer spread of ancient temples in Bagan, or the floating gardens and dancing fisherman of Inle Lake, or the stretches of powdery sand in Ngapali will not fail to astonish. Myanmar is a country that draws repeat visits, charming visitors to explore one more corner, understand one more facet. Today, Myanmar is open to the world after decades of isolation. As Southeast Asia’s second largest country and approximately the size of France and England combined, Myanmar is home a beautiful kaleidoscope of diversity of over 130 different ethnic groups.
Myanmar’s 2000 kilometers of coastline remain pristine and pure. Its terrain stretches from the snowcapped Himalayan peaks in the north, to the coral-fringed islands of the Andaman Sea in the south. It is a landscape of beauty and contrast, studded with pagodas and palaces, forested hills and fertile valleys. Myanmar fascinates with its mix of ancient cultures, ethnic minorities and diverse landscapes. Many tourist destinations offer sea and sun, relaxation and adventure, pleasure and discovery –Myanmar offers all this in an untouched, still-to-be discovered way.
Located in beautiful Myanmar, the Burmese provincial town of Dawei serves as the capital of the Tanintharyi Region. It rests on the banks of the Dawei River and is surrounded by a lush jungle interior, fertile farmlands, rice plantations, mangrove swamps, and an unspoilt coastline dotted with the protected Moscos islands. This remote, sleepy town boasts an authentic feel, with a delightful mixture of traditional wooden stilt and colonial-era buildings. Visitors can discover an array of intricately decorated, ornate pagodas including the Shin Motehti Pagoda, the Shin Maw Pagoda and the Lawka Tharaphu Pagoda, home to a 75-metre-long reclining Buddha image. Other popular activities include: exploring the Dawei Peninsula where some of Myanmar's best beaches await. The first resorts are only emerging here so you might well find yourself alone on a tropical paradise beach.
Located in the Tanintharyi Region in Myanmar, the colourful town of Myeik is set on a peninsula extending out into the Andaman Sea. Its strategic position has allowed it to serve as an important trading port for over 500 years. The town is filled with character, boasting numerous well-preserved colonial-era buildings, a rich maritime history, and an array of excellent fish markets. It serves as a gateway to the spectacularly scenic Myeik Archipelago, which features white-sand beaches lapped by crystal clear waters, rocky outcrops, and dense tropical forests. Popular activities include: jungle trekking through luxuriant valleys, kayaking up rivers, mangroves, and snorkelling through untouched coral reefs teeming with tropical fish. Don’t miss the opportunity to view the impressive Theindawgyi Pagoda in Myeik town.
