http://myanmargarments.com/content/2012/04/Myanmar--The-undiscovered-pearl-of-Asia<p>Myanmar sits at the crossroads of Asia&rsquo;s great civilisations of India and China, <br />and looks out onto the vast Indian Ocean next to Thailand. One of South East <br />Asia&rsquo;s largest and most diverse countries, Myanmar stretches from the sparkling <br />islands of the Andaman Sea in the south right up into the Eastern Himalayan <br />mountain range. <br /><br />To this day Myanmar remains one of the most mysterious and undiscovered destinations in the world. A land of breathtaking beauty and <br />charm yet only recently emerging into the modern world. What can the casual <br />visitor therefore expect upon arrival, and why should one embark on such a <br />journey in the first place?</p> <p align="justify"><span style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Myanmar offers all the traditional delights of Asia in one fascinating country. Virgin jungles, snow-capped <br />mountains and pristine beaches, combined with a rich and glorious heritage <br />spanning more than two thousand years. Spectacular monuments and ancient cities <br />attest to a vibrant culture that is still home to 135 different ethnic groups. <br /></span></p> <p align="justify"><span style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">The country&rsquo;s tourism infrastructure boasts five star properties, intimate boutique <br />hotels and family guest houses in all the major centers, as well as stunning <br />mountain and beach resorts. Myanmar also boasts one of the lowest tourist crime <br />records in the world, so visitors can rest assured their holiday will be <br />carefree from start to finish.</span></p> <p align="justify"><span style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Wherever you go in Myanmar, whether it be cruising down the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River in style, drifting over the <br />ancient city of Bagan by hot air balloon, or searching for that elusive tiger on <br />the back of an elephant, there is always a feeling of adventure. With two modern <br />internal airlines upgrading and expanding their networks, new and exciting <br />destinations off the beaten track are gradually being opened. From mountain <br />trekking and rafting in the far north to world class diving in the Mergui <br />Archipelago. But above all, Myanmar offers the warmest welcome in Asia. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"></span></p> <h2>Myanmar is possibly one of the least discovered countries in South East&nbsp; Asia. Enjoy the best of Myanmar on this incredible cultural journey - discover&nbsp; ancient temples and pagodas, visit prisitine lakes, observe wandering monks and&nbsp; be captivated by the most charming and hospitable Burmese people. This really is&nbsp; a trip of Highlights!</h2> <p>Touristical Highlights of Myanmar</p> <div class="inclusions"> <ul> <li>Wander through the colonial charm of Yangon</li> <li>Witness the sunset from the top of Mandalay Hill</li> <li>Attend a morning alms collection at a monastery outside Mandalay</li> <li>Visit the worlds largest bell in the ancient city of Mingun</li> <li>Walk amongst the wonders at Sagaing, home to 600 pagodas and&nbsp; monasteries</li> <li>Discover one of the finest collections of temples in South East Asia at&nbsp; Bagan</li> <li>Explore the mysterious Shwe U Min cave, home to thousands of Buddha&nbsp; images</li> <li>Walk through the beautiful scenery of the Shan Plateau to Inle Lake and stay&nbsp; with a local family on its shores</li> </ul> </div> <p align="justify"><span style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"></span></p></br></br></br></br>