BAGAN
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Luxury Hotels, Moderate Hotels and
Economy Hotels are available for your accommodation
in Bagan. Full facility and services are provided
Hotels, Motels and Inns. Restaurants offering,
Myanmar, Chinese, Indian, and European food are
available. |
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Handicraft shops and souvenir
shops are available at hotels. Bagan produces most
of the exporting lacquerware to many countries.
Lacqueware shops and their production steps can be
also visited. Many Lacquerware farms are available. |
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