DK Eyewitness Myanmar (Burma)

The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Myanmar (Burma) is your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world.

Your Ideal Travel Companion

This guide is full of insider advice on what to see and do, along with detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring this captivating country. Whether you're drawn to gilded pagodas, spectacular archaeological sites, stunning beaches, or everyday local life, everything you need is clearly laid out in colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Myanmar with this essential travel resource.

Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Myanmar (Burma):

• Over 15 colour maps to help you navigate with ease.
• Simple layout for quick access to the information you need.
• Comprehensive tours and itineraries tailored to every interest and budget.
• Illustrations and floorplans of key sights, including the old colonial quarter of Yangon, the Bagan Archaeological Zone, and the Kyaiktiyo Golden Rock Pagoda.
• Colour photographs showcasing Myanmar’s stunning countryside, serene lakes, charming villages, bustling cities, and ornate temples and pagodas.

Enrich Your Travel Experience

Gain historical and cultural context to enhance your journey:

• Learn about Myanmar’s complex history, festivals, religions, beliefs, and traditions.
• Dive into the culture with features on:
  • Cruising the Ayeyarwady River
  • Burmese Buddhism
  • Myanmar’s theatre, music, and dance
  • Traditional dress and sport
  • The Burmese pagoda
  • Distinctive and varied cuisine

Detailed Chapters and Travel Tips

Explore Myanmar region by region with area maps covering:

• Yangon
• The Bago region
• Western Myanmar
• The Bagan Archaeological Zone
• Eastern Myanmar
• Northern Myanmar
• Southeastern Myanmar
• The Mandalay region

Additionally, find essential travel tips including:

• Expert recommendations on where to stay, eat, shop, and sightsee.
• Useful phrases to navigate the local language.
• Visa and health information for a smooth trip.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Myanmar (Burma) is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you make the most of your visit to Myanmar.