Mingalaba! Welcome to Yangon!
Met and greeted at the airport and take a private transfer to hotel for check in.
Being the most important commercial and artistic hub of Myanmar, this former capital city is home to a fascinating blend of impressive colonial architectures, tree-lined boulevards, exciting street life scenes, bustling local markets, and glittery temples dotted around, making it the most exciting place in the country.
The same afternoon you will get a guided tour for sightseeing some highlights of the city. Drive downtown to explore the historical centre with your first visit to the Yangon Post Office that noted for its red-brick color, typical lancet arched windows, charming beaux-arts portico and ornate stucco work. Take a leisurely walk to the Sule Pagoda passing the Victorian-style Strand Hotel, Mahabandoola Garden and Independence Monument. Then continue to Bogyoke Market, a wonderfully colorful place where there are lots of handicrafts and other local products to browse through, and perhaps take a sit down at a local tea shop enjoying typical Burmese tea drinking experience.
Next is the Kandawgyi Park, a beautiful and green spot where you see the impressive Karaweik Hall, a replica of Royal Barge that floats on a vast lake, reflecting it glittering image on peaceful water surface with stunning background of surroundings.
From here you will continue to visit the Chauk Htat Kyi temple which is home to a 66-meter long reclining Buddha, one of the most revered Buddha images in the country, where locals gather to pay homage and pray every day.
Your last visit is the Shwedagon Pagoda, the most famous landmark in Yangon and most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar, which said to date back 2500 years ago, with spectacular view of the 100-meter tall chedi gilded by 40 tons of gold leaf and surrounded by 64 smaller stupas. The view of Shwedagon become most spectacular during the sunset and when lights are on.
Back to the hotel and enjoy free evening at your leisure.
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