"The Hidden city of Myanmar"
In Myanmar, Rakhine state is famous for its Ngapali
Beach, Historic port of Sittwe and its amazing sites and destinations
that mostly are not yet visited by many. It is in the South-west Myanmar
and bordering Bangladesh in the west.
This is where the ancient city of Mrauk U which is normally refer to
as the hidden city of Myanmar. It is a growing destination for travellers
who appreciate the natural settings and a semi adventure type of tour.
For going to Mrauk U and many places in Rakhine state, Sittwe is the
primary gateway. Many of Rakhine people are muslim and one will find
numerous mosques in the city. It also boasts several interesting pagodas
and fascinating monastery on the main street. It is where in those monasteries
you will find collection of Buddha images which of them are copies as
well as originals dating from 15th century at the peak of Mrauk U times.
Another highlight of Sittwe is the beach that is an ideal place to sit
and absorb the sunset.
Mrauk U; a thriving city in 15th to 17th century. This trip is the main
highlight where you will get an insight of the river life and surrounding
countryside. Mrauk U was a successor of two earlier kingdoms in the
area: Danyawadi( 1st to 6th AD ) and Wethali ( 3rd to 10th AD ), the
remains of which are still visible in the north of Mrauk U.
Mrauk U is noted for its Fort-like temples and pagodas built of massive
stones. Unlike the temples of Bagan, Mrauk U' ruins are constructed
with stone in a truely unique style rather than traditional bricks.
The most well preserved temple in Mrauk U is the Shitthaung built in
1535 AD, by the most powerful King of Rakhine kings. The caves, tunnels,
passages and Buddha images of the temple are intriguing and some say
the construction is similar to Borobudur in Indonesia. There are many
other temples to visit in Mrauk U as well as the ruins of the royal
palace and city walls.
THE HIDDEN CITY AND ITS SITES
(7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS)
Yangon, Sittwe, Mrauk U (Wethali,
Danyawadi), Yangon
DAY 01: ARRIVAL YANGON
Arrival to Yangon and transfer to hotel. Sightseeing and cultural
show.
DAY 02: YANGON - MRAUK U
Fly to Sittwe airport and transfer to Jetty. Lunch
at on board.
Sittwe to Mrauk U by chartered boat. Overnight in Mrauk U.
DAY 03: MRAUK U
After breakfast, Excursion to an ancient capital Wethali
about 8km to the north of Mrauk U and visit to Wethali Palace site,
city wall and moat. And then, process to ancient city Danyawady, about
22 km from Mrauk U.
Sightseeing includes palace site and famous Mahamuni Shrine on the sacred
hillock of Sirgutta. After lunch, drive back to Mrauk U.
Half-day sightseeing and overnight in Mrauk U.
DAY 04: EXOTIC CHIN VILLAGE
After breakfast, journey to Ley Mro River and Exotic
Chin village
Excursion to Chin People ( One can witness elderly Chin women with their
tattooed faces). Special lunch on sandbank enjoy the taste of fresh
river fish and fresh vegetables. Half-day sightseeing in Mrauk U. Overnight
in Mrauk U.
DAY 05: SITTWE
Early in the morning check out at hotel and transfer
to Sittwe by chartered boat. Arrive Sittwe at the afternoon. After lunch,
half-day sightseeing in Sittwe famous pagodas and sunset view at point
beach resort. Dinner at River valley seafood restaurant. Overnight in
Sittwe.
DAY 06: SITTWE - YANGON
Half-day sightseeing in Sittwe. After lunch, transfer
to airport.
Fly back to Yangon. Dinner and overnight in Yangon.
DAY 07: DEPARTURE DAY
After breakfast, half-day sightseeing and shopping
in Yangon.
Transfer to airport for departure flight.
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