Quick Summary:

  • Formerly known as Burma, the peaceful Buddhist nation of Myanmar (video) is one of Southeast Asia's most up-and-coming tourist destinations.
  • The beautiful country has only been open to tourists since 2012, and because of this, even most of the biggest attractions still have a magical, undiscovered feel.
  • Despite the country's turbulent political history, it remains a safe and welcoming place for foreigners, and the friendliness of its people is almost unmatched anywhere else.
  • You'll want to get to Myanmar while it's still relatively unchanged by tourism, so here are the 25 best things to include on your itinerary.


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1. Anisakan Falls ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Anisakan Falls | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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2. Bagan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Bagan | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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3. U Bein Bridge

U Bein Bridge | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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4. Hlawga National Park

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Hlawga National Park | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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5. Inwa

Inwa | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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6. Inya Lake

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Inya Lake | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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7. Kandawgyi Lake

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Kandawgyi Lake | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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8. Kuthodaw Pagoda

Kuthodaw Pagoda | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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9. Kyaiktiyo

Kyaiktiyo | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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10. Mandalay Hill

Mandalay Hill | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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11. Mingun

Mingun | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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12. Monywa

Monywa | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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13. Monywa Temple

Monywa Temple | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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14. National Kandawgyi Botanical Gardens

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National Kandawgyi Botanical Gardens | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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15. Ngapali

Ngapali | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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16. Ngwe Saung

Ngwe Saung | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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17. Giant Buddha Of Mudon

Giant Buddha Of Mudon | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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18. Pindaya Cave

Pindaya Cave | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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19. Sacred Mt Popa

Sacred Mt Popa | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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20. Saddar Cave

Saddar Cave | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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21. Shwe Indein Pagoda

Shwe Indein Pagoda | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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22. Shwedagon Pagoda

Shwedagon Pagoda | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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23. Shwenandaw Kyaung Temple

Shwenandaw Kyaung Temple | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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24. Shwethalyaung Buddha

Shwethalyaung Buddha | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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25. Yangon Zoological Gardens

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Yangon Zoological Gardens | Myanmar: Where to Travel & What to See
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