ROOM #435
BIRMA
Many long to travel Birma's history-misted landscapes, drift along its majestic Ayeyarwady River, and get lost in its lively and culture-rich cities. Any adventurous spirit intending to travel Birma should make this a feature on their itinerary.
Mount Popa also has a caldera, 850 metres deep. Legends of Mount Popa. The mountain is said to be the home of Birma's most potent spirits. When planning to travel Birma's length and breadth, Rangoon (Yangon) often bookends the trip, with most visitors entering and exiting the country via its former capital's international airport. Shwedagon Pagoda, According to legend, the Shwedagon Pagoda stands on a site that has been sacred since the beginning of time. The pagoda is the heart of Buddhism in the country and is a definite highlight of any itinerary of those who want to travel Birma.
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