Q1. Why did you choose to travel to Myanmar? Was there a reason you chose Myanmar for your adventure, what were your impressions overall?
I have always been interested in Myanmar and its unique culture. Myanmar is still very raw and untouched. I was left in awe of the generous and welcoming Burmese people, interesting flavours of their mixed cuisine, breathtaking scenery and the history.
It’s hard to summarise an experience like Myanmar.
I started off in Yangon, which is a bustling city but an essential stop to learn more about the deep-rooted Buddhist beliefs that influence life in Myanmar.
Continuing to Mandalay for a walk along the famous U-Bein Bridge and an overnight cruise on the Irrawaddy River; waking up on the water as the sunrises is an experience I will never forget.
Then I flew into Bagan, I was speechless as the plane descended amongst hundreds of temples covered in gold leaf. I spent the next few days exploring some of the most breathtaking temples in the world and picking up some handcrafts at local markets. I finished my tour at Inle Lake, staying on an overwater stilt bungalow, watching the leg-rowing fisherman and travelling around to meet local villagers by long-boat.
Watching the sunset over the hundreds of temples in Bagan – there is truly nothing that can compare.
I would return to Inle Lake. It’s the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. There is a wide variety of properties to stay at; from small boutique stilt houses on the lake to high end 5-star resorts.
Embrace the culture, people, food, spirituality and general way of living. Myanmar is one of those places you will return from with a completely new perspective on life.