Birds soar over rippling waters as you glide down the Ayeyarwady River. Mighty pagodas glint in the first whisper of daybreak, stunning in their gilded glory. From Yangon to Bagan, endless green fields colour the landscape and intricate stupas dot the sky. Quaint villages, bustling markets and centuries-old temples: Myanmar is a picturesque paradise awaiting discovery.
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Myanmar is a cultural treasure trove. In Yangon, gold coated pagodas share the skyline with glass-filled sky-rises. Each corner reveals an urban jewel, from art markets to contemporary restaurants. Journey upriver and you’ll spot magnificent temples rising from the plains and remote villages dotted along the river banks, all waiting to be explored.
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