Formerly Known as Burma

Myanmar was officially known as Burma until 1989, when the military government changed the name to reflect the country's ethnic diversity.

Golden Land of Pagodas

Myanmar is often called the “Land of Golden Pagodas”, with over 500,000 Buddhist temples, including the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, covered in gold and precious stones.

Home to Bagan – An Ancient Temple City

The ancient city of Bagan boasts over 2,000 Buddhist monuments, making it one of the world's most breathtaking archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Thanaka – Natural Sun Protection

People in Myanmar commonly wear thanaka, a yellowish-white paste made from ground tree bark, used for skin protection and cosmetic purposes.

Unique Longyi Dress

Both men and women traditionally wear a longyi, a wraparound skirt that varies in pattern and style depending on region and gender.

Diverse Ethnic Groups

Myanmar is home to over 135 ethnic groups, with the Bamar being the largest. Others include the Shan, Karen, Rakhine, and Chin, each with unique cultures and languages.

Floating Gardens of Inle Lake

Inle Lake is known for its stilt-house villages, leg-rowing fishermen, and floating gardens, where locals grow crops directly on the water.

One of the World’s Largest Reclining Buddhas

The Win Sein Taw Ya Buddha, near Mawlamyine, is the largest reclining Buddha statue in the world at over 180 meters in length.

Tea Culture and Cuisine

Myanmar has a rich tea-drinking culture, and its cuisine features bold flavors with dishes like mohinga (rice noodle fish soup) and laphet thoke (fermented tea leaf salad).

Still Emerging as a Travel Destination

After decades of political isolation, Myanmar has been gradually opening up to tourism, offering a mix of untouched natural beauty, ancient culture, and warm hospitality.