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General Information
Historical Background Dates back to the early 11th Century when King Anawrahta unified the country and founded the First Myanmar Empire in Bagan more than 20 years before the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. The Bagan Empire encompassed the areas of the present day Myanmar and the entire Menam Valley in Thailand and lasted two centuries. The Second Myanmar Empire was founded in mid 16th Century by king Bayinnaung. King Alaungpaya founded the last Myanmar Dynasty in 1751 and it was during the zenith of this Empire that the British moved into Myanmar. Like India, Myanmar became a British colony but only after three Anglo-Myanmar Wars in 1825, 1852 and 1885. During the Second World War, Myanmar was occupied by the Japanese and had become the independent state since 4th January 1948 after 62 years under the colonial administration. It is remarkable to note that Myanmar is the country that regained her independence first through she was the last country occupied by the British in this region. Geography Myanmar has total area of 676,577 sq. km, it is twice the size of Vietnam and about the size of United Kingdom and France combined. Geographically, Myanmar is the largest country in South-East Asian Peninsula sharing borders with Bangladesh, India, China, Laos and Thailand. Climate Myanmar enjoy a tropical climate with three distinct seasons. The best time to visit is from October to February. The dry season runs from mid-February to mid-May, when the humidity builds up before the rains begin. The rainy season comes with the southwest monsoon, which runs from mid-May to mid-October. Temperature varies from 38 C to 19 C, humidity from 82.8 % to 66 %. Races There are altogether 135 groups of races in Myanmar, which have been coexisting with one another for long: Kachin, Kaya, Kayin, Chin, Bhamar, Mon, Rakhine and Shan are regarded as the major groups. Among them, Bhamar is the majority: 69% of the total population of 47 million population. Language Every group of race speaks its own language or dialect. But the official language is Myanmar, which is spoken all over the country. English is also widely spoken and understood especially in the cities like Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan and so on. Religion Buddhism is the faith of the majority. In fact, 80 % of the people profess Buddhism. However, there is full freedom of worship for followers of other religions, Thus, we find Christians, Muslims, Hindus and even animists, living together peacefully in Myanmar. Myanmar lies on crossroads of two of the world’s great civilizations – China and India. Its culture is a blend of both interspersed with Myanmar native traits and characteristics. Buddhism has great influence on daily life of the Myanmar. The people have preserved the traditions of close family ties, respect for the elders, reverence for Buddhism and simple native dress. Myanmars are known for their simple hospitality and friendliness. Currency The local currency is the kyat (pronounced “ chat”), which is divided into 100 pyas. Kyat notes are issued in denominations of 1,5,10,15,20,45,50,90,100,200, 500 and 1000. As there are strict Foreign Exchange Control Regulations, visitors are advised to change their foreign currencies only at authorized moneychangers in banks, airport and hotels. Foreign Exchange Certificates Foreign Exchange Certificates (F.E.C), which are equivalent to US$. The certificates, which are in US$ 1, US$ 5, US$ 10 and US$ 20 denominations, are accepted by hotels, tourist restaurants and as payment of admission fees at museum and pagoda. US$ are accepted in lieu of FEC. Travelers cheques exchanged in banks are given in FEC equivalent. Business Hours Banks are opened from Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 2 PM and Government offices on weekdays only from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Shops are generally opened longer but their opening hours vary from each other. Visa There are three types of Myanmar Visa called EVT (FIT) and EVT (Package) visa. We encourage you to apply EVT (Package)visa. Both have to apply at the Myanmar Embassies or Consulate abroad. Another type of visa called Pre-Approved Visa on arrival can be obtained on prior arrangement with the Ministry of Hotels & Tourism and could issue visa on arrival at the airport but need to apply visa at travel agent minimum 15 days in advance. Details are as follows: EVT (FIT) EVT (PACKAGE) Visa on Arrival For those travelers who live at the countries where Myanmar Embassies or Consulates do not exist or who do not have time to apply visa at the Myanmar Embassies, we will arrange Myanmar pre-approved (applied in advance in Myanmar and issue visa only on arrival at the airport) visa on arrival. 1. Clients full name and Passport numbers. Airport Departure Tax US$ 10 Electricity 230 Volts AC; 50 HZ Customs At the port of entry, all foreign currencies, jewellery, electrical and electronic articles and cameras must be declared to a customs officer. Export of antiques and archaeological objects is prohibited. Shopping You are advised to buy gems, jewellery and silverware at the Myanmar Gems shop and other authorized shops, where you will be given a voucher with a permit for export. Ignore touts who may offer guide services, foreign currency exchange or gems of a doubtful nature. Duty Free Shopping There are duty free shops in the airport arrival and departure lounges. The duty free allowance is two bottles of liquor, two cartons of cigarette, 100 cigars and half a liter of perfume.
Myanmar Embassies Abroad
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| Bagan (Ancient city), Myanmar | Ngwe Saung Beach | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Hot Air Baloon Ride, Bagan | Ngapali Beach | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Kandawgyi Lake, Yangon | Naypyidaw (new capital) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Inle Lake, Southern Shan State | Mt. Popa (extinct volcano) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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