Ultimate Myanmar Off the Beaten Path in South East Asia

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00:00Mingalaba and welcome to brighter days today we're taking you on an unforgettable journey

00:08to the heart of Southeast Asia to a land of golden pagodas ancient cities and breathtaking

00:14landscapes get ready to dive into the unique and sometimes bizarre wonders that you can only find

00:19in Myanmar we're talking about places and traditions so incredible so unexpected they'll

00:24leave you speechless imagine this a giant golden boulder perched precariously on the edge of a

00:33cliff seemingly defying gravity that's the golden rock or kyaktio pagoda a site so sacred to buddhists

00:40that it draws pilgrims from across the country and beyond legend has it that this massive rock is held

00:45in place by a single hair of the buddha himself the sheer audacity of the story combined with the

00:50visual impact of the golden rock is enough to send shivers down your spine pilgrims like candles

00:56offer prayers and paste delicate squares of gold leaf onto the rock adding to its shimmering

01:01otherworldly glow to reach this gravity defying wonder you'll need to hop on a truck and then

01:07hike the final stretch the sight of the golden rock bathed in the golden hour light makes every step

01:12worth it prepare to be absolutely dazzled as we enter the realm of the shwedagon pagoda in yangon

01:21this isn't just a temple it's a blinding beacon of gold a testament to faith so grand it's almost

01:27impossible to take in at once imagine a stupa towering over 300 feet completely covered in gold

01:33leaf picture thousands of diamonds encrusting its surface reflecting the sunlight in a breathtaking display

01:39monks chant bells chime and locals and tourists alike circle the pagoda in a clockwise direction

01:45paying their respects at various shrines it's said to contain relics of four buddhas

01:50making it one of the most sacred sites in all of myanmar

01:53get ready to experience a different pace of life as we journey to inla lake this isn't your average lake

02:02it's a world unto itself where entire villages float on the water surface

02:06and gardens thrive on intricate floating plots picture locals paddling their canoes through these

02:12watery pathways going about their daily routines the true stars of inla lake are the intha fishermen

02:18these skilled individuals have perfected the art of leg rowing using one leg to balance on their

02:24narrow boats while the other expertly maneuvers their conical nets the sight of them gliding effortlessly

02:30across the water casting their nets with precision is like stepping back in time

02:35close your eyes and imagine this the first rays of dawn painting the sky in hues of orange and pink

02:44as you gaze upon a seemingly endless plain dotted with thousands of ancient temples

02:49this is began a place that transcends time and transports you to a realm of ancient wonder

02:55over 2000 temples and pagodas rise from the earth each with its own story to tell each a testament to

03:02the architectural and spiritual devotion of a bygone era exploring began is like stepping into a living

03:07museum you can wander through crumbling temples marvel at intricate carvings and climb to the top of

03:13towering stupas for breathtaking panoramic views as the sun begins to set casting long shadows across

03:20the plains the magic of began truly comes alive

03:26get ready to stroll across the longest teakwood bridge in the world the ubian bridge this iconic

03:32landmark stretches over a kilometer across tongtham and lake connecting villages and offering a glimpse

03:38into the rhythm of local life as you walk along the weathered planks feel the gentle sway of the

03:43bridge beneath your feet and listen to the rhythmic splashes of oars as fishermen cast their nets in the

03:48water below monks in maroon robes make their way across their serene presence adding to the tranquil

03:54atmosphere as the sun begins its descent casting a warm glow across the lake the ubain bridge transforms

04:02into a photographer's paradise the silhouettes of monks fishermen and locals against the fiery sky

04:08create a scene of breathtaking beauty venture off the beaten path with us as we journey to marak you

04:17a hidden gem often overshadowed by its more famous counterpart began here ancient temples and stupas

04:23rise from the jungle whispering tales of a glorious past marak you was once a powerful kingdom and its

04:29legacy lives on in the crumbling walls and moss covered statues that dot the landscape imagine

04:35exploring atmospheric temples their interiors adorned with intricate carvings and murals seemingly untouched by

04:42time the lack of crowds only adds to the mystique of marak you you can wander through ancient ruins

04:48soak in the serenity of forgotten temples and feel like you've stumbled upon a secret world

04:56calling all nature lovers and adventure seekers get ready to be enchanted by the otherworldly beauty of

05:02achbaan a region where limestone karst formations create a landscape unlike any other imagine towering

05:08limestone cliffs riddled with caves just begging to be explored picture emerald green rice paddies

05:14stretching out before you framed by dramatic mountains one of the most awe-inspiring sights

05:18in achpaan is the sedan cave as you venture deep inside you'll be greeted by an ethereal sight

05:25a hidden lake illuminated by shafts of sunlight piercing through openings in the cave ceiling

05:30take a boat ride across the tranquil waters surrounded by towering stalactites and stalagmites

05:35and feel a sense of peace wash over you ready for some relaxation after all our adventures let's

05:43escape to the pristine shores of ngapali beach where turquoise waters lap at the white sandy beaches

05:49and palm trees sway gently in the breeze this is the myanmar you see on postcards a place to unwind

05:55soak up the sun and simply enjoy the simple pleasures of life imagine strolling along the beach

06:01the soft sand beneath your feet the sound of the waves crashing against the shore a soothing melody

06:07treat yourself to fresh seafood grilled to perfection while watching the sunset over the horizon

06:12ngapali beach is the perfect place to recharge and reconnect with nature

06:19prepare for a climb that nourishes the soul as we ascend mandalay hill a place of pilgrimage and

06:25panoramic beauty as you make your way up the covered stairway passing by ornate pagodas and

06:30monasteries you'll feel a sense of tranquility envelop you the climb is a journey in itself a chance to

06:36reflect and connect with the spiritual heart of mandalay and once you reach the summit the reward is

06:42breathtaking the entire city stretches out before you a tapestry of rooftops pagodas and the mighty

06:48irawati river winding its way through the landscape as the sun begins to set casting a golden glow over the

06:56city you'll witness a sight that will stay with you long after you've left

07:03our final adventure takes us deep into the heart of chin state where we'll meet the incredibly resilient

07:09and welcoming chin people known for their unique facial tattoos and traditional way of life these

07:14remote villages offer a glimpse into a world untouched by modernity where ancient customs and traditions are

07:20still very much alive imagine trekking through lush green hills the air filled with the sounds of

07:26nature as you approach villages where time seems to stand still here you'll witness a way of life that

07:32has remained largely unchanged for centuries you'll see women with intricate facial tattoos each design

07:38telling a story and learn about their traditional farming and weaving techniques visiting the chin villages is

07:44a privilege a chance to connect with a culture so different from our own and to appreciate the

07:49diversity and beauty of our world wow what an incredible journey through the wonders of myanmar

07:59from the gravity-defying golden rock to the tranquil waters of in lake and the ancient temples of bagan

08:04myanmar has left an unforgettable mark on our hearts we hope this video has inspired you to add this magical

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