Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is a fascinating country and a real treat for the traveler. Great scenery, unspoilt nature and the best and moist beautiful temples. There is only one drawback: due to the political situation independent travel is not as easy as we might want it to be. We have tried to give you information about these parcticalities, check under the different sections fo up-to-date info.
This should by no means mean that you shouldn't go. You should! But prepare yourself well and be sure to know about all the rules and regulations.
Highlights in Burma include Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, Pyay, a nice little stopover to Thayekhittaya, Mandalay with its beautiful temples on Mandalay Hill and Mount Popa near Bagan.
For the latest information on travelling in Myanmar (visa, money exchange) you can also check with World66's friends of Indochina Services .
Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is a fascinating country and a real treat for the traveler. Great scenery, unspoilt nature and the best and moist beautiful temples. There is only one drawback: due to the political situation independent travel is not as easy as we might want it to be. We have tried to give you information about these parcticalities, check under the different sections fo up-to-date info.