 Myanmar sits at the crossroads of Asia’s great
civilisations of India and China, and looks
out onto the vast Indian Ocean next to Thailand.
One of South East Asia’s largest and most diverse
countries, Myanmar stretches from the sparkling
islands of the Andaman Sea in the south right
up into the Eastern Himalayan mountain range.
To
this day Myanmar remains one of the most mysterious
and undiscovered destinations in the world. A land
of breathtaking beauty and charm yet only recently
emerging into the modern world. What can the casual
visitor therefore expect upon arrival, and why should
one embark on such a journey in the first place? Myanmar
offers all the traditional delights of Asia in one
fascinating country. Virgin jungles, snow-capped mountains
and pristine beaches, combined with a rich and glorious
heritage spanning more than two thousand years. Spectacular
monuments and ancient cities attest to a vibrant culture
that is still home to 135 different ethnic groups.
The
country’s tourism infrastructure boasts five star
properties, intimate boutique hotels and family guest
houses in all the major centers, as well as stunning
mountain and beach resorts. Myanmar also boasts one
of the lowest tourist crime records in the world,
so visitors can rest assured their holiday will be
carefree from start to finish.
Wherever
you go in Myanmar, whether it be cruising down the
mighty Ayeyarwaddy River in style, drifting over the
ancient city of Bagan by hot air balloon, or searching
for that elusive tiger on the back of an elephant,
there is always a feeling of adventure. With two modern
internal airlines upgrading and expanding their networks,
new and exciting destinations off the beaten track
are gradually being opened. From mountain trekking
and rafting in the far north to world class diving
in the Mergui Archipelago. But above all, Myanmar
offers the warmest welcome in Asia.
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