Myanmar is a country in Southeast Asia famous for its diverse history, culture, and traditions. Even though times are modern, Myanmar still maintains its cultural and historical heritage to coexist harmoniously.

Apart from that, Myanmar also has a lot of natural beauty that is second to none. Where can you go on vacation to Myanmar, and what can you do there? Generally, tourists who come here will visit big cities, which are the main destinations.

One of them, Yangon, is known as Myanmar's capital and largest city. As the center of the country's economy and government, Yangon has earned the nickname "the Golden Land." If you are interested in visiting this country, here is a Myanmar itinerary for ten days.

From Yangon International Airport, you can use the Omni Bus, taxi, or airport pickup facilities. It takes about an hour to get from the airport to downtown Yangon. Getting around these cities can be done on foot or by renting a bicycle, e-bike, tuktuk, or taxi. If you are on vacation with some friends, renting a vehicle can be a more convenient option.

Most taxis don't use meters, so you have to be smart about bidding. Likewise, with the tuktuk, bargain from the price offered. Don't worry, the drivers can speak English quite well.

Tips: Myanmar's currency is the kyat, with the code MMK. You can bring USD to exchange for kyats or withdraw cash from an ATM.

One of the tourist attractions that you shouldn't miss is the Shwedagon Pagoda. Built 2600 years ago, it is the oldest Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar. The stupa's top is encrusted with hundreds of gold plates and over 4,500 diamonds, giving this pagoda a majestic appearance. Because of its central location, the Shwedagon Pagoda has become a landmark in Yangon.

The second destination is Sule Pagoda, which is located at the junction of Sule Pagoda Road and Maha Bandoola Road and is visible from all corners of the city. This pagoda is famous for having an octagonal stupa shape surrounded by four pyatthat or Burmese terraced roof structures. The Sule Pagoda is especially stunning at night when illuminated by warm light.

Tips: This pagoda is still used as a place of worship today, so if you want to visit here, it is suggested that you wear polite clothes and not disturb people who are worshipping.

Another tourist attraction not to be missed in Yangon is the Botahtaung Pagoda. This pagoda is also located around the city center, making it easy to reach. The Botahtaung Pagoda is where the hair of the Buddha, which is considered sacred, is kept.

Like other pagodas in Yangon, this pagoda is still used as a place of worship. You can see locals coming here to pray. For this reason, visitors are expected to take off their shoes and wear polite clothes.

Next, the trip continues to Inya Lake, an artificial lake built during British rule. Previously used as a water reservoir, this lake is now a place for recreation and water sports. Lots of local and foreign tourists spend time by this lake because of the beautiful scenery, especially at sunrise and sunset.

Apart from Inya Lake, Kandawgyi Nature Park is also one of the tourist attractions in Yangon that should not be missed. You can find a beautiful lake with greenish water called Kandawgyi Lake in this park.

This park area is usually used for recreation and sports by the local community. For that, if you visit before 8 am, you will not be charged. However, after 8 am, visitors will be charged a ticket fee of 2,000 kyats per person.

This tourist spot in Yangon is also very well known, not only among locals, but also among foreigners. This is also the best place to go if you want to interact with local residents.

The Yangon River is known to have beautiful views, especially at sunset. You can go to the edge of the pier to watch ships pull in and out. The Yangon River can certainly be a cool photo spot.

Maha Bandula Park is another popular tourist spot in the city center. It has a direct view of the Sule Pagoda, so you can enjoy the beauty of this pagoda without having to buy an entrance ticket.

You can also view the historic Myanmar Independence Monument, the City Hall, and the High Court building from this park. Unfortunately, this city park is not open 24 hours, so if you want to visit, it must be before evening.

The City Hall building was designed by a Burmese architect named U Tin and was only completed in 1936. Combining European and Burmese architectural styles, it is dominated by white with a pyatthat terraced roof as its crown. The grandeur of this building certainly makes Yangon City Hall one of the most beautiful and Instagram-able buildings in the city.

A trip to Yangon isn't complete without purchasing any souvenirs. Bogyoke Market features a row of shops selling a variety of typical Myanmar souvenirs. You can find everything from t-shirts to jade stones and keychains here. Not only that, this market is also famous for selling goods at affordable prices. However, before visiting here, you have to check the calendar first, because Bogyoke Market is closed on Mondays.

The last tourist spot in Yangon is Pazundaung Street, a street lined with old British Colonial buildings. Some of the buildings on this street are still in use today, such as the Immigration building, the Post Office building, and a number of other government buildings. These historic structures still stand strong today and make great backdrops for photographs. If you are a photography lover, make sure to come in the morning when there aren't many vehicles passing by.

The last day in Myanmar is the time to prepare to go home. Take an afternoon flight so you can relax a little before heading to the airport.

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That is the itinerary and budget for a 10D9N trip to Myanmar. To follow the itinerary outlined above, you will need to budget approximately MMK 1,786,588.

The best time to visit Myanmar is during the winter (October to March). This time of year is typically cool with little to no rain.

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