Formerly known as Rangoon, Yangon is a historical city and one of the most well-known cities in the country. Yangon was Myanmar's administrative capital before Nay Pyi Taw was named as the capital city. Yangon is the country's most prominent commercial centre as well as the largest city of the country with a population of more than 7 million people. The name 'Yangon' is a combination of the Burmese words 'Yan' meaning 'enemies' and 'Koun' meaning 'run out of'. The combination of words commonly translates as 'End of Strife'. During the colonial era, Yangon was called 'Rangoon'. Till the mid-1990s, Yangon mostly had a traditional setting. As people started moving in, a necessity to expand the area of the city was felt. The city grew rapidly towards the north where the Yangon International Ai

Located in Central Myanmar, only 4 hours away from Mandalay , Bagan is one of the world's greatest archaeological sites. Visit this amazing historical town hosting more than 2,200 temples big and small. Set amongst thick greenery on the Ayeyarwady river basin with misty mountains at a distance, Bagan will surely enchant you with its mystical appearance. The temples rise above the canopy of trees, presenting a picture-perfect scenery to visitors. Bagan was the first capital of the Pagan Kingdom between the 9th to 13th centuries. More than 10,000 Buddhist temples, pagodas and monasteries were constructed during the most flourishing days of the Kingdom between the 11th to 13th centuries. Today, around 2,200 temples and pagodas still survive and are carefully looked after by the government. Th

Mandalay, the second largest city in Myanmar, was established in 1857. Mandalay is located in central Myanmar, on the eastern bank of Ayeyarwady River. This city, named after Mandalay Hill has been a matter of fantasy for people over the ages and has been named in renowned literary works such as the poem 'Mandalay' written by Rudyard Kipling, the song 'On the road to Mandalay' written by Oley Speaks and George Orwell's novel 'Burmese Days'. The Mandalay as seen today is Myanmar's blooming cultural centre and one of the country's best religious sites that display astonishing masonry and architecture. The city is Myanmar's major commercial, education and health centre and has been ranked as the fifth on the ASEAN Smart Cities Network list. Witness the unique blend between modern development

Central Myanmar, Mandalay Region Mount Popa: The Abode of Gods The traveler going north up the Ayeyarwady River looks upon the panorama of the varying landscape of the picturesque river valley, with ridges of hills in the far background, and rather arid, rolling hills as one progresses into the "Dry Zone" of Central Myanmar . Just when one begins to feel the monotony of the general contours, a unique sight suddenly emerges. There, rising above the range of hills is Mount Popa . It stands completely alone, above the low ridges of sandstone, sparsely scattered over the countryside. The awesome grandeur of its steep sides and craggy top are tempered by wisps of feathery clouds that lace and flounce along the stern precipices. Mount Popa is an extinct volcano, situated 40 miles southeast of Ba

Inle Lake is the second largest lake in Myanmar and is located at the heart of the country. The lake is surrounded by mountains on all sides offering a breathtaking natural view. The area is rich in animals and plant species and you can see some of the rarest species here. The lake is home to several ethnic tribes of Myanmar who follow well-preserved traditions and cultures. Inle Lake is one of the must-visit places in Myanmar. A visit will provide you with an opportunity to interact with locals and learn some of their traditional ways of planting, fishing, cooking and making handicrafts. The villagers are warm and friendly who are keen to to open up to tourists. You will feel their warmth when you interact with them. Explore Inle and discover nature as you have never seen before. WHAT'S S

Leave behind the glittering pagodas and the heat in the mainland to head off the southwest, Chaung Tha Beach is the daydream of anyone to soak into the crystal clear water, join in exciting activities, relax in the tranquil sandy coastline and wait for the moment of sunset falls down to the area. Chaung Tha Beach is where to fulfill your memorable Myanmar vacation. Chaung Tha beach is famous for middle households from urban areas in Myanmar. This wonderful beach is a little less beautiful than Ngapali Beach or Ngwe Saung Beach, but the beach is still a nice beach in Myanmar to visit. There are a few hotels stretching nearby, but on weekends or holidays, this beach always full of tourists from the cities. Moving about 2 km toward the north from Chaung Tha, you will reach the white sand beac