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A Place to Discover #MarvelousMyanmar  ( 5 interesting facts & 7 days itinerary )

A Place to Discover #MarvelousMyanmar ( 5 interesting facts & 7 days itinerary )

March 13, 2018 | Comments

Last December 2017, I was contacted by Htoo Ko Ko (@htoo.thewanderlust on Instagram!). He’s a very awesome blogger and doctor from Myanmar and he invited me to be one of the bloggers that will represent the Philippines in their first ever “ASEAN Travel Media & Bloggers Fam Trip”.

I was truly lucky to travel in Myanmar last February 12 – 19, 2018 with my co-blogger/vlogger friend, Patrice Averilla (@avelovin) and two media representatives from GMA Network and Inquirer Philippines, Jessica Bartolome (@Jacbartoleme) and Don Lejano (@Donmeetsworld).

 From Manila, we had a layover on Singapore for 7 hours before another flight to Yangon, Myanmar. Yangon is one of the major cities in Myanmar. The things about Yangon that makes it extra special is its ability to harmonize Myanmar’s culture and modernity.

Myanmar’s commitment to Buddhism is impressive. The Shwedagon Pagoda is a testament to that. With its massive gold exteriors and divine ambiance, it is considered to be an important symbol of Buddhism in all of Myanmar.

Without a doubt, Myanmar is truly a beautiful country teeming with its rich culture and traditions. It is definitely one of those places that takes your breath away once you’re fully immersed in its splendor. Myanmar, once a British colony, is situated between Thailand, Laos, China and Bangladesh. I’ve definitely had such a great time during my trip in Myanmar and because of that, I want to share five interesting facts about Myanmar and why you should definitely add it to your must-visit list.

5 Interesting Facts about Myanmar

1.) With a total of 261,970 square miles of land, Myanmar is considered to be one of the biggest countries in Southeast Asia. Just imagine all the wonderful places Myanmar has to offer!

2.) The construction of the temples and pagodas found all throughout Myanmar started during the 12th – 13th century. This initiative was led by the Pagan Empire as Theravada Buddhism continued to be introduced in the country.

3.) A yellow paste that is extracted from the bark of the Thanakha tree is used by the locals in Myanmar as a sunscreen. Another bonus benefits of this yellow paste are it manages oiliness and tightens the skin.

4.) Fish, meat, vegetables, soup along with steamed rice comprises a normal meal in Myanmar. Locals usually use their fingers to make a bite-size ball of rice while combining it with other dishes.

5.) There are currently two currencies that you can use freely in Myanmar. You can either use kyat (MMK) or US dollars.

And that’s it for the fun facts. Below is the full itinerary of our trip which you can freely use as a reference if you ever find yourself booking a trip to this beautiful country.

Day 01     12.2.2018 Yangon Arrival Day Welcome Dinner and Media Launch
9:20 am Welcome by Myanmar Bloggers at Yangon International Airport
1:00 pm Leisure at the hotel and you can enjoy by your self
5:45pm Be ready at the hotel to attend the Media Launching (The Chairman and other Members from Union of Myanmar Travel Association will attend)
6:00pm Dinner and Media Launching. ( Dress Code : Smart Casual )
9:00pm End of the event.

 

( You can recreate the Day 1 into exploring the markets around Yangon and Spent time exploring the city )

Day 02 13.2.2018 Yangon Sightseeing then Depart to Nyaung U by Coach
 

Staying at ( Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon  )

6:30 am  

Leave the Hotel and transfer to visit The Grand Shwe Dagon Pagoda ( We will provide Myanmar Dress for this morning )

8:00  

Have Breakfast (Monhingar shop)

9:00  

Take Tri Shaw for a while and go to Tea Shop

10:00  

After that, back to Hotel for Check out

11:30  

Have Lunch

12:30 pm  

Visit the Scotts Market

2:00  

Tea Break at Strand Hotel

3:00  

Visit Botahtung Pagoda

4:00  

Walking tour around colonial buildings (City Hall, the High Court, MahaBandoola Park)

5:30  

Visit Again The Grand Shwe Dagon Pagoda and light the 1000 Candles

7:00  

After Dinner, transfer to Bagan by coach. Overnight on VIP Bus. ( 8-10 hrs Bus drive to Bagan )

Day 03 14.2.2018 Arrival Bagan and Sightseeing
 Remark : The wreather will be cold morning and evening.
7:00 am Arrival Popa and Refreshment
7:30 Have breakfast
9:00 Visit the palm tree field and try Palm juice
10:30 Proceed to Nyaung U and Check in at Hotel
11:45 Start visit Shwezigon Pagoda
12:45 pm Have Lunch
2:00 Visit Shwe Pyi Nan Thanaka Museum
3:00 Continue Temples Sightseeing
4:30 Enjoy Sunset from Nan Myint Tower
6:00 Back to Hotel and Refreshment
7:00 Have Candle Dinner (Dress Code : White Dress)

Day 04 15.2.2018 Bagan Sightseeing
5:30 am Early morning enjoy the Sunrise ( Optional)
7:00 Have Breakfast
8:00 Start the Temples Sightseeing
Visit traditional lacquer ware workshop
12:00 pm Have Lunch
1:30 Continue Temples Sightseeing
Horse Cart Riding
4:30 Transfer to Nyaung Oo Jetty for cruising along the Ayeyarwaddy and Enjoy Sunset
6:00 Have dinner

 

Day 05 16.2.2018 Sightseeing after that proceed to Nyaung Shwe
Staying at Aureum Palace Resort
5:30 am Early morning enjoy the Sunrise ( Optional)
7:00 Have Breakfast
8:00 Check out and proceed to Kalaw
1:00 Arrival Kalaw
1:45 pm Have Lunch
3:00 Check in at the hotel
7:00 Enjoy Dinner and Traditional Performance

Day 06 17.2.2018 Inle Lake Sightseeing
( Whole day on a boat ride )
7:00 am Have Breakfast
8:00 Visit to enjoy the tranquil scene of floating gardens
9:30 Enjoy the boat ride and Indein sightseeing
12:00 pm Have Lunch (Presentation about Inle lake Heritage before lunch)
2:15 Visit silk and lotus weaving at Inn Paw Khon village
7:00 Have Dinner

Day 07 18.2.2018 Nyaung Shwe – Yangon – Thanking Party
7:00 am Breakfast at the hotel
Relax at the hotel
10:00 Check out from the hotel and transfer to Airport
12:40 pm Fly to Yangon
1:50 Arrival Yangon and Transfer to Hotel
 

 

6:00

 

Dinner and Thanking Party

(Show your Muscles in Myanmar Traditional Games)

 Remark : Sport shoes for Playing Myanmar Games.

Day 08 19.2.2018 Departure
 10:25 am Transfer to Airport and Bye Bye ( Going back to Manila )

Overall, if you’re the type of person who wants to experience a country’s rich culture and learn more about its history, then you should definitely visit Myanmar. There is really so much to see and experience here that is why I highly recommend you to add Myanmar to your list of must-see places. I’ve made a lot of good memories in this country and this trip is definitely one for the books!

Cheers

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Deegee Razon is a Social Media Influencer/Blogger from Manila, Philippines who loves to travel and write. He has received multiple awards such as the E! Entertainment's Breakthrough Blogger of the Year 2017, The Philippines Fashion Ball 2017's Lit Blogger of the Year, the Gawad Lasallianeta's Most Influential Local Blogger of the Year, and recently the 2018 Blogopolis Creator of the Year. His blog and social media sites serves as his personal diary to keep and share his memories, photowalks, adventures and everyday lifestyle but most of all it his testament to others to dream and believe in their passion.

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