Kawthaung (Myanmar) to Ranong (Thailand) boat crossing
Video taken from long tail boat crossing from Kawthaung (Myanmar) to Ranong (Thailand), first looking westwards to islands of the Myeik (Mergui) Archipelago, then looking back northwards to Kawthaung. For more information, go here
Bagan Myanmar
Bagan Myanmar with Irrawaddy River and plenty of pagodas and temples including the famous Lokananda ( Lawkananda ) Pagoda and other pagodas. Much more at and with great pictures and videos. Bagan is an archaeological treasure not only of the Myanmar people but also of the whole of civilization. Ancient Bagan, even after so many years of waste and decay still stands as a unforgettable sight, depicting the greatness of human endeavors and aspirations. In Bagan around 2000 temples and stupas, are spread over just four square miles bordering the eastern bank of the Ayeyarwady - Irrawaddy river in the dry zone of Central Myanmar. Bagan had been the capital of Myanmar for two and a half centuries (1044-1286 A.D.)
Thingyan - Happy Myanmar New Year 2016 (Water Festival)
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Myanmar (English pronunciation below; Burmese: [mjəmà]), officially the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and also known as Burma, is a country in Southeast Asia. Myanmar is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km (3,651 mi) forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km (1,200 mi) along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea. The country's 2014 census counted the population to be 51 million people. As of 2017, the population is about 54 million. Myanmar is 676,578 square kilometres (261,228 square miles) in size. Its capital city is Naypyidaw, and its largest city and former capital is Yangon (Rangoon). Myanmar has been a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) since 1997.
Early civilisations in Myanmar included the Tibeto-Burman-speaking Pyu city-states in Upper Burma and the Mon kingdoms in Lower Burma. In the 9th century, the Bamar people entered the upper Irrawaddy valley and, following the establishment of the Pagan Kingdom in the 1050s, the Burmese language, culture and Theravada Buddhism slowly became dominant in the country. The Pagan Kingdom fell due to the Mongol invasions and several warring states emerged. In the 16th century, reunified by the Taungoo dynasty, the country was for a brief period the largest empire in the history of Mainland Southeast Asia. The early 19th century Konbaung dynasty ruled over an area that included modern Myanmar and briefly controlled Manipur and Assam as well. The British took over the administration of Myanmar after three Anglo-Burmese Wars in the 19th century and the country became a British colony. Myanmar was granted independence in 1948, as a democratic nation. Following a coup d'état in 1962, it became a military dictatorship under the Burma Socialist Programme Party.
For most of its independent years, the country has been engrossed in rampant ethnic strife and its myriad ethnic groups have been involved in one of the world's longest-running ongoing civil wars. During this time, the United Nations and several other organisations have reported consistent and systematic human rights violations in the country. In 2011, the military junta was officially dissolved following a 2010 general election, and a nominally civilian government was installed. This, along with the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and political prisoners, has improved the country's human rights record and foreign relations, and has led to the easing of trade and other economic sanctions. There is, however, continuing criticism of the government's treatment of ethnic minorities, its response to the ethnic insurgency, and religious clashes. In the landmark 2015 election, Aung San Suu Kyi's party won a majority in both houses. However, the Burmese military remains a powerful force in politics.
Myanmar is a country rich in jade and gems, oil, natural gas and other mineral resources. In 2013, its GDP (nominal) stood at US$56.7 billion and its GDP (PPP) at US$221.5 billion. The income gap in Myanmar is among the widest in the world, as a large proportion of the economy is controlled by supporters of the former military government. As of 2016, Myanmar ranks 145 out of 188 countries in human development, according to the Human Development Index.
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Myanmar (English pronunciation below; Burmese: [mjəmà]), officially the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and also known as Burma, is a country in Southeast Asia. Myanmar is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km (3,651 mi) forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km (1,200 mi) along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea. The country's 2014 census counted the population to be 51 million people. As of 2017, the population is about 54 million. Myanmar is 676,578 square kilometres (261,228 square miles) in size. Its capital city is Naypyidaw, and its largest city and former capital is Yangon (Rangoon). Myanmar has been a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) since 1997.
Early civilisations in Myanmar included the Tibeto-Burman-speaking Pyu city-states in Upper Burma and the Mon kingdoms in Lower Burma. In the 9th century, the Bamar people entered the upper Irrawaddy valley and, following the establishment of the Pagan Kingdom in the 1050s, the Burmese language, culture and Theravada Buddhism slowly became dominant in the country. The Pagan Kingdom fell due to the Mongol invasions and several warring states emerged. In the 16th century, reunified by the Taungoo dynasty, the country was for a brief period the largest empire in the history of Mainland Southeast Asia. The early 19th century Konbaung dynasty ruled over an area that included modern Myanmar and briefly controlled Manipur and Assam as well. The British took over the administration of Myanmar after three Anglo-Burmese Wars in the 19th century and the country became a British colony. Myanmar was granted independence in 1948, as a democratic nation. Following a coup d'état in 1962, it became a military dictatorship under the Burma Socialist Programme Party.
For most of its independent years, the sovereign state has been engrossed in rampant ethnic strife and its myriad ethnic groups have been involved in one of the world's longest-running ongoing civil wars. During this time, the United Nations and several other organisations have reported consistent and systematic human rights violations in the country. In 2011, the military junta was officially dissolved following a 2010 general election, and a nominally civilian government was installed. This, along with the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and political prisoners, has improved the country's human rights record and foreign relations, and has led to the easing of trade and other economic sanctions. There is, however, continuing criticism of the government's treatment of ethnic minorities, its response to the ethnic insurgency, and religious clashes. In the landmark 2015 election, Aung San Suu Kyi's party won a majority in both houses. However, the Burmese military remains a powerful force in politics.
Myanmar is a country rich in jade and gems, oil, natural gas and other mineral resources. In 2013, its GDP (nominal) stood at US$56.7 billion and its GDP (PPP) at US$221.5 billion. The income gap in Myanmar is among the widest in the world, as a large proportion of the economy is controlled by supporters of the former military government. As of 2016, Myanmar ranks 145 out of 188 countries in human development, according to the Human Development Index.
Luxury Myanmar Family Tour ! 11 Day ,10 Night
Summary:
Take this four-day trip to Myanmar and enjoy visiting the top tourist places in Myanmar. Known for its many Buddhist temples, vibrant markets, beautiful parks and serene lakes, this Southeast Asian country is fast gaining recognition in the tourism sector. Tour around Kyaly Khat Wai Monastery, Shwemawdaw Pagoda, Hintha Gone Pagoda and Shwethalyaung Buddha, to learn more about the Buddhist culture and traditions of this land. Also enjoy a trip to the cigar making industry in Bago. Hunt for souvenirs at the street markets before you bid farewell to Myanmar.
Overview:
Day 1: Bagan – Exploring the Temples of a Lost World
Land in Bagan and immediately feel how different Myanmar is to the rest of the world. Sublime sandstone monuments rise amidst the trees; their extravagance stretches for miles across the dusty plains. Golden stupas reflect in the Irrawaddy River; 900-year-old murals hide beside giant Buddha images, and the landscape is quick to overwhelm your senses. There are over 2,000 temples and pagodas, relics from one of the world's biggest building booms. Myanmar's iconic destination, Bagan presents a mythical world where every angle baffles the eye. Be greeted at the airport and transferred to a luxury hotel in Old Bagan in easy walking distance of the area’s largest temples.
Day 2: Bagan – Cultural Immersion for the Whole Family
Bagan's landscape is lost in a time warp, nothing modern interrupts the mystique, yet it's not merely the architecture that comes from a distant period. Village life remains much as it always has been and offers an easy cultural immersion into a unique lifestyle. Today, take an inspiring journey into Myanmar's traditions as seen through the eyes of its children. A specialist guide takes you along the river to a novice monastery.
Day 3: Bagan – Hot Air Balloon Rides and a Horse and Carriage
The exploration of temples can keep many entertained for days, but this is not always the case for the children. Today you will use unique modes of transport to tour Bagan from different angles. Ride in a hot air balloon at sunrise as the sky glows orange and the sandstone burns with dawn's reflections.
Day 4: Inle Lake – Iconic Stilt Houses Above the Water
At Inle Lake, your hotel is in the water as the luxurious stilt houses rise above the placid surface to offer inspiring vistas from every angle. Fishermen paddle out in their canoes to cast nets beneath the lush backdrop of the Shan hills. Rice paddies stretch into the distance and fish jump like phantoms from the surrounding water. Fly from Bagan to Heho
Day 5: Inle Lake – Spiritual Ceremonies and Adventure Along the Lake
Mystical chants radiate from a temple hidden in the hills as a monk beckons you forward into a room of wafting incense and absorbent smells. Kneel as a family to take part in a special ceremonial blessing for good health. This isn't a ceremony for tourists; many local families come here to receive the same blessing. Later, wind down through the hills and the rice paddies back to the lakeshore and another afternoon on a cruise through the villages.
Day 6: Inle Lake – Exploring the Hill Tribes of Myanmar
Various hill tribes inhabit the hills; their bamboo-dominated houses stand amongst the iconic rice steppes. This morning, visit the Palaung and immerse yourself in their traditions. Youngsters ride on the back of buffalo, ox carts wait patiently, families congregate to share tea, and children do what they do best – enjoy being children. Visiting the hill tribe villages offers a chance to interact with local life.
Day 7: Ngapali – Gazing Out at the Bay of Bengal
Ngapali is undeniably Myanmar's finest beach, a roving stretch of white sand that sweeps into the Bay of Bengal. Thick palm tree plantations lean across the beach and cast daily shadows that eventually elongate into the sapphire waters. Waves are small, the current calm, the ocean behaves as if it’s lounging in a bay. Along Ngapali, there's always space. There are no villages, just a
Days 8 – 10: Ngapali – Tropical Tranquility on Myanmar's Finest Beach
Day 11: Ngapali to Yangon – Departure
Leave the white sand behind as you are transferred to nearby Thandwe Airport and a domestic flight to Yangon. Upon arrival, be greeted by a representative for a smooth transfer to the international terminal and your return flight.