The main tourist destination
in Myanmar is Bagan, capital of the first Myanmar
Empire; one of the richest archaeological sites in
South-east Asia. Situated on the eastern bank of the
Ayeyawaddy River. The Magic of Bagan has inspired
visitors to Myanmar for nearly 1000 years
Bagan is full of ancient architecture and ruins.
Temples, pagodas, monuments, stone scripts, votive
tablets, wall paintings, mural paintings, stuccos
carvings can be found in many places in Bagan. The
main 4 places to visit are Shwezigon, Ananda,
Dhammayangyi and Thabbyinnyu Pagodas.
Mt Popa is the dwelling of Myanmar Nats which is
also a popular place to visit. It is an extinct
volcano. Tuyin Taung and Tantkyi Taung lies on each
side of the Ayeyarwaddy River. Salay has the most
prominent Salay U Ponnya Monastery with wood
carvings. Magwe is another interesting city near
Bagan.
Luxury Hotels, Moderate Hotels and Economy Hotels
are available for your accommodation in Bagan. Full
facility and services are provided Hotels, Motels
and Inns.
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