Burma(Myanmar) where you should visit in 2013
ONE of the world’s most mysterious destinations has finally opened doors to tourists, and they’ve responded in record numbers.
According to Burma’s tourism authority,
there were 816,000 international arrivals in the last year – an increase
of 30 per cent on figures from 2011. In the last nine months of 2012,
international arrivals doubled.
Flight Centre has listed Burma as one of
its top 10 countries to visit in 2013. A spokesperson said demand for
tours to Burma has been overwhelming.
But you better get in quick. This unspoilt land will only stay secret for so long.
Burma, or Myanmar, remains one of the
world’s most mysterious and untouched destinations. The country is now
on people’s travel radars as a holiday destination, following the
encouraging actions of President Thein Sein, who has put the country on
the path to democracy.
Luxury hotels have started to pop up and
remote areas are now accessible to travellers, however even the most
populated Myanmar still feels authentic
It’s a beautiful and fascinating
country, reminiscent of what much of South East Asia was like more than
thirty years ago. The sense of excitement is palpable and the Burmese
are overwhelmingly friendly and gracious. Sacred sites rarely visited by
Westerners and incredible architecture makes this a magical destination
The two biggest highlights of Burma
according to Mr Thornton are Bagan – Burma’s crowning glory, comprised
of more than 2000 brick and gold-gilded stupas – timeworn remnants of
Burma’s ‘golden period’ and Shwedagon Paya, a dazzling pagoda in Yangon.
Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Burma – Myanmar
The county offers a mixed and colourful
culture, with up to 135 different ethnicities. It’s location between
India, China and Thailand makes it the perfect an add-on for those
wanting to explore all of Indochina.
SIA Executive Vice President Commercial,
Mr Mak Swee Wah said demand has been growing strongly for both business
and leisure travel to Burma.
Smart traveller, the government’s travel
advice website still says tourists should exercise a high degree of
caution when travelling in Burma.
So is Burma on your 2013 travel radar? Maybe you should plan a trip before it gets too crowded.
How to get there:
You can see more at Myanmar Tours – Huong Viet Travel
“Travel to Burma and discover a country
of mythical landscapes, ancient treasures and some of the friendliest
folk you’ll ever meet. From golden-gilded Buddha’s in Yangon and the
magical temples of Bagan to the tranquillity of Inle Lake, Burma will
excite, impress and intrigue you. A visit to Burma is to experience the
South-East Asia of twenty years ago, full of rarely seen sights and
generations of stories just waiting to be told. Come and discover a
little bit of Burma magic with us.”
Fisherman wait on a river in Burma (Myanmar)
Source: aroundvn.com
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