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Burma Travel Facts
Burma is known as Myanmar today. When Rudyard Kipling visited the country, he wrote that Burma is unlike any other place you would have visited. Burma has been a place of political unrest until recent years. However, now much of it is settled and peaceful. |
Burma has a very rich and abundant natural wealth that can be explored. It is a highly cultural place and it is best for visitors to follow the culture of the natives to avoid any differences. Also, if you are lost or want something, you will have to ask. Nobody really volunteers any information to you. This includes travel desks, hotels and taxis. Also, any type of criticisms is taken rather seriously.
Burmese is the official language spoken in Burma. Although several people speak in English, most understand the language quite well. So, there will not be a communication gap. Also, some other languages spoken in the country are Karen, Shan, and Kachin.
The currency of Burma is Kyat and is pronounced as 'chat'. For visiting tourists, they have to use a foreign exchange certificate as a rule.
All government offices are closed on weekends. Burma is well connected by air and public transport systems. Air Mandalay is one of the most popular airlines to go to Burma. Buses and trains are run by private companies and hence the services are competitive. Also the bus and train fares are often negotiable. One can also use horse carts and trishaws. Once can also rent bicycles, which is a better way to explore the towns and cities.
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