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Mar 4, 20201 min read
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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Mar 4, 20201 min read
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...
The Alluring Asia Team
Mar 3, 20201 min read
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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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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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Mar 3, 20201 min read
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...
The Alluring Asia Team
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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Mar 2, 20201 min read
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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Mar 2, 20201 min read
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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Mar 2, 20201 min read
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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Mar 2, 20201 min read
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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