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If you are looking for a hotel in Myanmar, this 3 star hotel in the heart of Yangon will offer you the best value for money. Having received a very good rating of 8.8 out of 10 for its location on the famous Bookings.com online booking site, City Star Hotel Yangon deserves your visit during your tour in Myanmar. City Star Hotel – one of the most excellent choices among Yangon hotels in terms of value for money in Yangon Burma Address: 169/171, Mahabandoola Garden Street, Kyauktada Township, Near Yangon City Hall, Yangon downtown, 11181 Yangon, Myanmar. Arrival time: 14h. Departure time: 12h (Photo: Internet) If you are planning to travel to Myanmar and are looking for a high -quality hotel with convenient view for Myanmar, thus, the City Star Hotel Yangon is the best choice for you. This hotel is located in the heart of the city, 15 km from Yangon International Airport. Its favorable geographical location is also highly appreciated by travelers because it is only 300 meters from...

If you are looking for a hotel in Myanmar, this 3 star hotel in the heart of Yangon will offer you the best value for money. Having received a very good rating of 8.8 out of 10 for its location on the famous Bookings.com online booking site, City Star Hotel Yangon deserves your visit during your tour in Myanmar. City Star Hotel – one of the most excellent choices among Yangon hotels in terms of value for money in Yangon Burma Address: 169/171, Mahabandoola Garden Street, Kyauktada Township, Near Yangon City Hall, Yangon downtown, 11181 Yangon, Myanmar. Arrival time: 14h. Departure time: 12h (Photo: Internet) If you are planning to travel to Myanmar and are looking for a high -quality hotel with convenient view for Myanmar, thus, the City Star Hotel Yangon is the best choice for you. This hotel is located in the heart of the city, 15 km from Yangon International Airport. Its favorable geographical location is also highly appreciated by travelers because it is only 300 meters from...

I grew up on crossover foods in the US; that means the American version of only the most famous dishes from each region. That’s well and fine for a sample and an “exotic” dinner when my taste-buds are bored back home, but the real thing is so very, very different once I ventured out on my travels. I have found this is the case with Thai food, as well as the Middle Eastern vegetarian foods I sampled throughout Jordan. The problem with this food pattern though, is that I was left completely unfamiliar with cuisines that never made the leap across the many oceans and seas. It wasn’t until I lived in Chiang Mai for about nine months out of the past year, that I happened upon Burmese food. Once discovered, dishes and flavors from Burma have become a passion and my Burmese friends ensured I spent my time sampling delicious dishes, salads, and flavor combinations my palate had never considered. These same friends prepped me with advice on ordering vegetarian food, what to eat, and how to fin...

A lot of travelers ask, “Do Yangon have beaches?”, or “Is there any Yangon beach?” I can answer that although Yangon Region is bordered by the Gulf of Martaban to the south, it does not any tourist beach; instead, there are several commercial beaches here. However, if you want to know some of beautiful Myanmar beaches near Yangon, we will recommend Chaung Tha beach and Ngwe Saung beach. Ngwe Saung beach Ngwe Saung beach is located in the Irrawaddy region of Myanmar. In Burmese language, Ngwe Saung means “sliver”, so Ngwe Saung beach is also called Sliver beach. The beach consisting of 15 kilometers of white sand and blue sea, bordered by tall, green palms swaying in the breeze is a wonderful relaxation spot. Compared to the more developed Ngapali beach, Ngwe Saung beach has fewer luxury hotels and resorts and also less touristy; however, this makes it more tranquil and peaceful. Ngwe Saung beach is also an ideal place for fantastic seafood as well as beach and sea sports. It hosted ...

Mandalay, the second largest city and the former royal capital of Myanmar, is one of four “classic” destinations in Myanmar (besides Yangon, Bagan, and Inle Lake). The city and its outskirts are full of attractions and sights such as the Royal Palace Monastery, Mandalay Hill, Mahamuni Pagoda and U Bein Bridge. As the main tourist center, Mandalay offers a variety of housing supplies. However, if you really want to find the accommodations not only to stay but also relax and enjoy life with best perfect services, a resort in Mandalay may be a good choice. Here we recommend you several options. Mandalay Hill Resort – the best Mandalay resort Situated at the foot of Mandalay Hill, the resort offers a panoramic view of a myriad of pagodas and faces the distinctive architecture of the Royal Palace and its beautiful moat. From the resort, you can easily reach splendid ancient pagodas or take a mountain tour on the Mandalay Hill and discover mysterious treasures there. Accommodation facili...

If you want to enjoy a new feeling of Yangon tourism, a cruise to release yourself floating among the dreamlike river may be the best choice. Taking a Yangon river cruise , you will have a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the peaceful daily life of Myanmar people, exploring the pristine beauty along the shores and contemplate the sunset looking itself on the river surface of the golden city. In addition, the perfect services on the cruises we recommend below will certainly give you the best experience. RV Mya Ponnami Cruise A Yangon river cruise gives memorable experiences for all young, middle-aged and old people and if you like a comfortable and leisurely tour, you can refer RV Mya Ponnami (Emerald Moon), which is a Singapore-made boat at a good standard and has a reasonable price for the fare, bed, and boat. Morning cruise on Yangon River Duration: 2 hours (8:15 – 10:15) During the morning Yangon river cruise, you will admire the cheerful beauty of Yangon River and acti...

You will have a multitude of things to do in Yangon Myanmar , the largest city and former capital of the Golden Pagoda Country. The city of Yangon is full of colors, energy, hospitability and impressive attractions. Besides common tourist activities in the city such as visiting Shwedagon Pagoda and Sule Pagoda, buying souvenirs at Bogyoke Aung San Market and enjoying cuisine in China, we recommend above other things to do in Yangon. 1. Night market at Maha Bandula road Located on the main road leading to the Sule Pagoda, the night market full of noises and smells may not attract you at first sight. However, if you like a night like and are interested in Burmese street food, a visit to the market will be one of the best things to do in Yangon at night. Here you can eat local food, drink traditional Burmese beer (called Myanmar) and even try fried insects! 2. Yangon Circular Railroad Ride Trains are a common means of public transportation throughout Myanmar. The Yangon Circular Railr...

“ Yangon what to do ” – it’s certainly one of the keywords travelers search most when they plan for Myanmar travels. Some people say that there is nothing but noise and dust in Yangon. In fact, the Myanmar’s largest city is full of colors, friendliness, tourist attractions and sights. It’s totally worth visiting as there are so many what to do in Yangon. Yangon what to do: Visiting tourist attractions and sights Throughout the city are Buddhist temples, pagodas, green parks and many other attractions. The first name we must mention is certainly Shwedagon Pagoda. Nicknamed the symbol of Yangon tourism or the jewel of Yangon, the majestic pagoda is considered the most sacred Buddhist shrine in Myanmar. You can see the gilded 99-metter-high main stupa of the pagoda from every corner of the city. Legend has it that Shwedagon Pagoda was built 2,600 years ago, which means it’s one of the oldest pagodas in the Golden Pagoda Country. Another famous Buddhist site is Sule Pagoda, which is sai...

Yangon is the city of not only splendid gilded temples and pagodas, fresh green parks, busy markets and a myriad of other interesting things but also a rich cuisine culture. The Yangon cuisine is the perfect combination between the quintessence of Thai, Chinese and Indian cuisines with the master cooking art of locals peoples. Here we recommend the best restaurants in Yangon where you may have unforgettable cuisine experiences. Shwe Sa Bwe Located in a beautifully decorated mansion, this is one of the best Yangon restaurants for the price. It’s interesting that the restaurant is also a catering training school whose graduates work at the best hotels and restaurants in Yangon. You can choose from set meals of two or three dishes. The restaurant-school was established by a French person named Francois and has an intake of 22 students per year. Training comprises both front-of-house and kitchen skills under the supervision of French chefs. Before your meal, you can take a tour of the ...

Yangon is one of 4 most important tourist centers in Myanmar (besides Mandalay, Bagan and Inle Lake). Many international travelers choose the Myanmar’s largest city as the first stop in their Myanmar tour (the Yangon International Airport is the main gateway to the world of Myanmar). A several-day stay in the city will be a great opportunity to exploring the colorful cosmopolitan city. The following are places to visit in Yangon we recommend for you. 1. Shwedagon Pagoda Being the most sacred Buddhist shrine in Myanmar, Shwedagon Pagoda is always the first name to call in the list of places to visit in Yangon. Locals claim that the pagoda is more than 2,600 years old, which means it’s one of the most ancient pagodas in the Golden Pagoda Country. The main stupa is 99 meters high, adorned with 27 metric tons of gold leaf, along with thousands of diamonds and other gems. The supreme sacredness of the pagoda has created by the belief that it houses eight hairs of the Gautama Buddha as we...

Yangon, the former capital and largest city of Myanmar, attracts visitors by its majestic pagodas, lush green parks, bustling markets and delicious dishes. Among various tourist attractions and sights of the city, here we suggest top five  things to see in Yangon . 1. Shwedagon Pagoda Being the jewel of Yangon and the pride of Myanmar people, the pagoda is always ranked first in the list of things to see in Yangon. Standing out by the main stupa which is 99 meters high, Shwedagon Pagoda can be seen from every corner of the city. It’s amazing that it is covered by 30 tons of gold and thousands of diamonds as well as other types of gems. No one can say exactly how old then pagoda is. Local people believed that it’s more than 2,600 years old while scientists estimate it was built 1,000-1,500 years ago. The pagoda is the most sacred shrine in Myanmar; it’s said to house four sacred treasures of Buddhism, such as the stem of Kakusandha Buddha, the water filter and a piece of cloth of ...

You will have a multitude of things to do in Yangon Myanmar , the largest city and former capital of the Golden Pagoda Country. The city of Yangon is full of colors, energy, hospitability and impressive attractions. Besides common tourist activities in the city such as visiting Shwedagon Pagoda and Sule Pagoda, buying souvenirs at Bogyoke Aung San Market and enjoying cuisine in China, we recommend above other things to do in Yangon. 1. Night market at Maha Bandula road Located on the main road leading to the Sule Pagoda, the night market full of noises and smells may not attract you at first sight. However, if you like a night like and are interested in Burmese street food, a visit to the market will be one of the best things to do in Yangon at night. Here you can eat local food, drink traditional Burmese beer (called Myanmar) and even try fried insects! 2. Yangon Circular Railroad Ride Trains are a common means of public transportation throughout Myanmar. The Yangon Circular Railr...

Yangon, one of 4 tourist highlights of Myanmar (besides Mandalay, Bagan and Inle Lake), is the largest and most cosmopolitan city in the Golden Pagoda Country. Most international travelers spend several days on their Myanmar tour exploring the busy and dynamic city. Here we suggest what to do in Yangon Myanmar . 1. Shwedagon Pagoda – visit and buy souvenirs Shwedagon Pagoda may be the best answer to the question: what to do in Yangon. Being the most important pagoda in Myanmar, the pagoda is a must to any traveler who tours Yangon. Shwedagon Pagoda stands out by the 99-meter-high main stupa, which can be seen from every corner of the city. Locals believe that it was built 2,600 years ago and thus one of the most ancient pagodas in Myanmar while archaeological reports say that it’s about 1,000 – 1,500 years old. No matter how old the pagoda is, it’s an extremely beautiful structure, covered in gold leaves sparkling in the sunlight. Apart from being the sacred Buddhist site and magnif...

“ Yangon what to do ” – it’s certainly one of the keywords travelers search most when they plan for Myanmar travels. Some people say that there is nothing but noise and dust in Yangon. In fact, the Myanmar’s largest city is full of colors, friendliness, tourist attractions and sights. It’s totally worth visiting as there are so many what to do in Yangon. Yangon what to do: Visiting tourist attractions and sights Throughout the city are Buddhist temples, pagodas, green parks and many other attractions. The first name we must mention is certainly Shwedagon Pagoda. Nicknamed the symbol of Yangon tourism or the jewel of Yangon, the majestic pagoda is considered the most sacred Buddhist shrine in Myanmar. You can see the gilded 99-metter-high main stupa of the pagoda from every corner of the city. Legend has it that Shwedagon Pagoda was built 2,600 years ago, which means it’s one of the oldest pagodas in the Golden Pagoda Country. Another famous Buddhist site is Sule Pagoda, which is sai...

Yangon is the largest city and one of the most important tourist destinations in Myanmar. The city and its outskirts are full of attractions and sights. If you are a solo traveler, it’s essential for you to have a map of Yangon to make your trip more favorable and easily. Here we suggest all of the useful tips to use the Yangon map effectively. What type of Yangon map should you choose? You can choose either a road map or a tourist (or both). The former is suitable for long road trip, especially going outside the city. It requires you good skills at the reading map. The latter is useful for city breaks. It generally shows the attractions and points of interest around the city of Yangon. It’s is usually available at local travel agencies or in lobbies of hotels and hostels. Why you need a map of Yangon Myanmar? The map will help you easily plan your trip. For example, if you want to make a bicycle tour around the city of Yangon, you will determine on the map the factors such as what...