Dhammayangyi Temple
Bagan, Myanmar Marvel at the intricacy of the brick-lined Dhammayangyi Temple, a massive Buddhist complex situated amidst the expansive...
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Famous Temple Sunset
Bagan, Myanmar At sunset, make your way to one of Bagan’s famous temples and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the pagoda-studded plains...
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Ananda Okkyaung and Ananda Pagoda
Bagan, Myanmar Visit the brick Ananda Okkyaung and the Ananda Pagoda, considered the masterpiece of Mon architecture. The Ananda Temple...
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Tharaba Gate / Htilominlo Temple
Bagan, Myanmar Explore the Tharaba Gate and the elegant Htilominlo Temple, noted for its fine plaster carvings and glazed sandstone...
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Sulamani Temple
Bagan, Myanmar Visit Sulamani Temple, considered the crown jewel of Bagan temples. Like the Htilomino Temple, Sulamani is a prime example...
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Shwe Indaing Pagoda
Inle Lake, Myanmar Explore the ruins of Shwe Indaing Pagoda, a 13th century temple complex that has recently been opened to International...
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Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda
Inle Lake, Myanmar Visit the landmark Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, home of the 5 sacred Buddha Images, and famous for the 19-day festival held...
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Indein
Inle Lake, Myanmar Visit Indein, located on the western shores of Inle Lake. The idyllic site of Indein and its 17th century pagoda ruins...
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Chi Lin Nunnery & Nan Lian Garden
Hong Kong A quiet oasis in sharp contrast with the frenzy of activity in modern Hong Kong, the Chi Lin Nunnery is home to revered...
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Tiger Cave Temple
Krabi, Thailand Visit the legendary Tiger Cave Temple, also known as Wat Tham Sue. Enveloped in emerald, the resident monks who live here...
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Drukgyel Dzong
Paro, Bhutan Visit the picturesque ruins of the once massive Drukgyel Dzong, located at the head of the Paro Valley, with the sweeping...
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Tshewang Ceremony at Local Monastery
Thimphu, BHutan Enjoy a special Tshewang Ceremony at a local monastery. A traditional prayer ceremony held by a team of monks, Tshewang...
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Kuenselphodrang (Buddha Point)
Thimphu, Bhutan Visit Kuenselphodrang, also known as Buddha Point. Here you may offer prayers to the largest Buddha statue in the country...
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Mar 2, 20201 min read
Chedi Luang & Local Market at Golden Triangle
Chiang Rai, Thailand Visit the local market and Chedi Luang ancient temple. The market is a ‘wet’ market that caters to the local people...
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Angkor Thom
Siem Reap, Cambodia Enter the South Gate and enjoy a visit to the impressive Angkor Thom (which means Great City).Angkor Thom is the...
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Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda
Yangon, Myanmar Visit Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home to a 70-meter long reclining Buddha. A visit to Kyaukhtatgyi provides a great overview of...
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Shwedagon Pagoda
Yangon, Myanmar Visit the awe-inspiring Shwedagon Pagoda. This glistening golden pagoda, which stands over 350 feet tall, is the most...
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Karaweik Royal Barge
Yangon, Myanmar Visit Karaweik Royal Barge, a floating barge on Kandawgyi Royal Lake. This barge is a golden, floating palace moored on...
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Gangtey Gompa Monastery
Visit the Gangtey Gompa Monastery, set atop a small hill on the valley floor.Gyalse Pema Tinley, the reincarnation of Pema Lingpa (the...
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Botataung Pagoda & Pandodan Jetty
Yangon, Myanmar Enjoy a visit to the landmark Botataung Pagoda, or ‘One Thousand Officers’, deriving its name from the thousand soldiers...
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