Planning the Perfect Vacation to Myanmar

Myanmar was previously known as Burma and even from the earlier days, this country was known to the world for its stunning temples, beautiful historic landscapes and much more. A tour to Myanmar can be really exciting if you do some proper planning beforehand.

 

The best time to visit
To visit Myanmar, the best time would be the shoulder season which falls from April to May and October to November. But every hotel in Yangon as well as in other regions gets their maximum number of visitors from November to February when the weather is cooler.

Organizing visas
If you want to travel to this country, applying for visas is a must. But the process is easy because it can be done online. There is a fee applicable and the process does not take too long if all documents are fine and clear.

Where to stay in Myanmar
It is not a big burden to find accommodation in Myanmar, because these are in abundance. From hostels, guesthouses to resorts such as Sedona Hotel Yangon the country has it all, and they provide safe accommodation to all their travellers as well – so security is never an issue here.

The top attractions
If you are interested in temples, the country has the best places to visit. Pick from places such as Shwedagon Pagoda, Ananda Temple, Dhammayangyi Temple amongst many other historical monuments. Also, if time permits visit Bagan if you have a passion to explore architecture and Inle’s Waterways if you want to see the largest freshwater body in the country.

 

Sule Pagoda

Myanmar is a land quite unlike any other, waiting to surprise you. The landscape is scattered with golden wonders, simple pleasures and plenty of tradition. The Sule Pagoda carries with a strong religious significance, here’s a little more information!

Myanmar Pagoda | Img by: LuisValiente via pixabay

The Golden Pagoda

The pagoda, or tower, is 44 metres high and is a glowing gold in colour. The unusual design of the pagoda is an octagon. The pagoda enshrines a hair relic of the Buddha, which is why it’s highly cherished by the Burmese people, as they bring offerings continuously.

Named after the Sule Nat

Named after Sularata, the spirit who lived at the spot of the pagoda. Nat spirits have long been worshipped in Burma, even before the introduction of Buddhism.

Other structures

There are several shrines around the pagoda, housing images of the Buddha. The circular structure around the pagoda has small shops where services such as palm reading, and astrology are offered. There are four entrances to this pagoda. Depictions of mythological birds sit in several places inside of the Sule grounds.

How to get there

Easy to reach from any hotel in Yangon, this landmark is located roughly 30 minutes from Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon. Halfway between the central railway station and the Yangon river is where you’ll find the Sule Pagoda, in the centre of Yangon. Open daily from 6 AM until 10 PM, you can hire a guide for more information and a deeper understanding of the religious site.

Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+