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Unusual
Attractions
in Myanmar (Burma)

Nyaung-U, Myanmar (Burma)

Bagan

Over 2,000 ancient temples dot the Myanmar landscape at the site of this famed archaeological site.

Myanmar (Burma)

Kakku Pagodas

This unique temple complex remains off the typical tourist trail.

Inn Wa, Myanmar (Burma)

Inwa

A grand imperial capital left to fall into magnificent ruin.

Min Kun, Myanmar (Burma)

The Mingun Pagoda and Bell

Gigantic unfinished stupa and the world's 2nd largest bell.

Thaton District, Myanmar (Burma)

Kyaiktiyo Pagoda

A precariously perched golden rock defies gravity and brings pilgrims from across Myanmar.

Hpa-An, Myanmar (Burma)

Saddar Cave

Caves full of Buddhist statues, incredible rock formations and a deserted lagoon.

Yangon, Myanmar (Burma)

Shwedagon Pagoda

This gem-encrusted temple is said to contain some of the Buddha's hair which can make the deaf hear and the blind see.

Myanmar (Burma)

Thanboddhay Pagoda

Luxurious devotion and 500,000 images of Buddha in Myanmar.

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Unique
Food & Drink
in Myanmar (Burma)

Palm Wine

It takes only two hours for palm sap to become palm wine.

Stink Beans

These Southeast Asian legumes are famed for their lasting funk and deliciously nutty flavor.

Pegu Club Cocktail

A cocktail that originated in a British officers’ club in erstwhile Burma now has fans across the world.

Lahpet Thoke

In Myanmar, fermented tea leaves make a tangy, caffeinated salad.

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