Myarmar (Burma) To Go or Not To Go!


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August 15th 2007
Published: August 25th 2007
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I'm in Myanmar it's former name was Burma. The country is run by a military regime who have oppressed the people. There are many reasons not to visit the country 1. the tourist dollars help fuel government repression directly. 2. forced labour to develop tourist related sights. 3. Impossible to visit without some money going to the government. ... On the other side. The people have no contact wi... Read Full Entry



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The lumps on it is gold leafs that people have put on.
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The worlds longest teak bridge. 1.2km long.



23rd June 2010

Yangon trip
Hi, I would be travelling to Yangon coming August 2010 with 9 persons total. I would like to ask about travel package in Yangon. Is it advisable to book on internet first before arrival? or i can log in any travel booth agency when arrival which is cheaper. Pls do advise me....thanks

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