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Introduction Myanmar
Myanmar, also known as the Golden Land, is one of the few countries in the world offering a truly original travel experience.
It is a captivating travel destination for its diversity of sightseeing, for its wealth of cultural and scenic attractions and for the warmth and friendliness of its charming people.
Myanmar is the largest country in the Southeast Asian Peninsula sharing borders with Bangladesh, India, China, Laos and Thailand. With a land area of 676, 577 sq. km. it is about the size of the United Kingdom and France combined. 
A land of great geographical diversity, its scenery ranges from the snow-capped mountains of the north, the vast central plains, the fertile paddy fields of the south, the cool and verdant hills of the Shan State and the long coastline of golden beaches. The majestic Ayeyarwady River flowing south from the mountains of the north is a source of agricultural wealth to millions before emptying itself into the sea. Blessed with abundant natural resources, it is potentially one of the richest economies in the region.
With a population of nearly 50 million, Myanmar is a union of many different ethnic groups, 135 of them, each with its own language, traditions and attire. The majority, about 68% of the population, are Burmans, with the other major groups including Karens, Chins, Kachins, Shans, Kayahs, Mons and Rakhines.
Although lying between two great civilizations, India and China, Myanmar has developed its own distinctive culture. Buddhism has a great influence on its people.
Early civilization of Myanmar dates back to the 1st century with archeological evidence of the Pyu Kingdoms of Sri Ksetra, Beithano and Hanlin. The First Myanmar Empire with Bagan as its capital was founded by King Anawrahta in the 11th century. He unified the country through leadership and intellect. The Empire lasted until the Mongol invasion in the 13th century. The Second Myanmar Empire with Bago as its capital was founded by King Bayinnaung in the mid-16th century. The Third Myanmar Empire was founded by King Alaungpaya in 1752. In the 19th century, Myanmar was annexed in three stages by the British after three Anglo-Myanmar wars in 1825, 1852 and 1885. During the Second World War, Myanmar was occupied by the Japanese for three years until the Allied Forces reoccupation in 1945. Myanmar became a sovereign independent state on January 4, 1948.
With its historical significance, rich cultural heritage, diversity of physical features and natural beauty, Myanmar offers a visitor much to discover and experience which certainly will be truly memorable.
