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Yangon
is definitely the destination for alternative shopping.
The city boasts of unique, very reasonably-priced
items that one may not find even in its close neighbors.
Some of its attractions include:
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Precious
Stones
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visitors can go
crazy buying stones in Yangon: from precious birthstones
to finer jades, sapphire and rubies.

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perhaps
the most popular buy is
Myanmar lacquerware. This attractive work
of art, mostly coming from upcountry Bagan,
is easily a collectible.
Shoppers may choose from a wide variety
of colours, shapes and sizes, although
one may also find pleasure in the antique
lacquerware pieces found in any major
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| · Tapestry |
unique
tapestries that equal Myanmar lacquerware
in terms of popularity. These woven fabrics
are normally handmade using gold and silver
thread, with silver and metal finish. |
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shoppers
may go in a buying frenzy with all these colourful
traditional longyi. Prices are very reasonable
and are available in almost every market and
store in town.
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| · Woodcraft |
from
small items such as figurines and wooden canes
to as heavy as home furniture. One would surely
find pleasure in going through a wide variety
of good quality woodcraft
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The
most popular places for bargain-hunting includes Bogyoke
Aung San Market (Scott Market) where one can go through
countless options of souvenir items sold at significantly
low prices. Shoppers would enjoy haggling for discounts
as most of the items are sold without price tags.
Other places for good buys include downtown Chinatown
and shopping centers around the city. |
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Press Room |
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Media Releases
June 2008
Myanmar Exhibition at Korea World Travel Fair – KOTFA 2008
The Myanmar Tourism Promotion Board had successfully organized the Myanmar Exhibition at Korea
World Travel Fair - KOTFA 2008 from the 5th ~ 8th of June in Seoul, Korea.
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June 2008
Advertisement Opportunities at "Mystical Myanmar"
MMC is producing a series of travel books on Myanmar featuring comprehensive information and articles on Accommodation; Attractions; Restaurants & Bars; Shopping; Entertainment and more.
In the spotlight for the year 2008, MMC is publishing "Mystical Myanmar" providing in-depth information of Myanmar and its attractions in both English and Korean Languages. Please contact Khine or Thwe Thwe at MMC Office to book the most extensive and effective advertising exposure !
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