|
» Why
people should visit to Myanmar?
The decision whether to go or not to go is widely
controversial in the international arena. The pro-visit
to Myanmar view tourism can promote the life of local
here. On the other hand, the anti-visit to Myanmar
believes tourism can only benefit to those they don't
want to. But, we are sort of believed that the more the
arrival, the more beneficial will the local be. The
people in Myanmar need to be connected with the outside
world. Therefore, we do encourage tourists to visit
Myanmar and this will help the local here. However, we
suggest you to read as many article as possible and this
will greatly help you in making your decision. Anyway,
we respect your decision.
Here are a few links that you can read more about the
argument.
http://www.talesofasia.com/myanmar-editorial.htm
http://asiaforvisitors.com/burma/index.html
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/asia/myanmar/
http://www.passplanet.com/Myanmar/frame_why_go.htm
» Before you come
Reciprocal respect is highly valued among the cultural
disparities. No matter how fast the process of
globalization is getting in momentum, East and West are
still embracing their own characters. To bridge the gap,
understanding and knowing the alien is useful. To
understand and to know the alien, it is advisable to
follow the dos and don't in another hemisphere. Some
advice as follow...
» Shoes and socks are to be off before entering any
religious and sacred compound.
» Some places in the religious and sacred compound are
restricted to woman and lady form entering.
» Never lay your leg towards religious monuments and
monks.
» Ladies should avoid in close contact to monks.
» Clothing has to be in decent manner in pagodas.
» Photographing for the strategic places (bridges,
military stations, etc.) is tabooed.
» Antique is not allowed to take out.
» Entrance fee has to be paid at every
historical/culturally significant place.
» We are highly appreciated you value the custom of
another hemisphere and blend yourself locally. More fun
to be
with us then.
» To prepare for your trip
No credit cards are useful in Myanmar. USD cash is the
only currency widely accepted throughout the country.
Euro is accepted as well. Please be sure that you bring
enough cash for your personal expenses.
Light cotton clothing is suitable for most of the time.
Usually, from October to February, warm clothes are
required for hilly region like Inle Lake, Kalaw,
Pyinoolwin. Sun glasses and sun hat are required for
most of the time. Through cold season, day time
temperature is above 30°C (less at Inle Lake) and night
time temperature can drops nearly 2 to 3°C.
If you will be on a trekking trip, advise to bring all
necessary equipment including trekking shoe.
Here you may read more about past experience of the
travelers to Myanmar
on virtual tourist.com
website. |