About Myanmar

Rattan (Cane and Caneware)

Cane (Calamus species) known in Myanmar as Kyein is found throughout the country in the moist forests of the plains and lower hills. Several species are erect, but the most useful kinds climb and scramble […]

Parami Maw & Co.

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Parami Maw & Co. – was founded since 2010, with the aim of creating a contemporary Myanmar fine jewelry, accessories, Gift and Home De’cor brand that expresses Myanmar cultural aesthetics with International standard craftsmanship. Their […]

Tips & Tricks

Six insider tips for travellers in Myanmar (Myanmar Times)

Inle Lake

Inle Lake, Myanmar’s second-largest freshwater lake, is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar site nestled in the Shan Highlands. Renowned for its serene beauty and unique ecosystem, it spans 116 km² at an elevation of […]

Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival

The Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival is one of the most significant and vibrant religious events in Myanmar, particularly for the Shan State. Held annually at the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, located on the western […]

Thanakhar

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Thanakhar is a traditional cosmetic paste used predominantly in Myanmar. It is made from ground bark of certain trees, most commonly the thanakhar tree (Hesperethusa crenulata) and the wood-apple tree (Limonia acidissima). Here are some […]

Nagas

An estimated 100,000 Nagas, comprised of 12 major tribes and numerous subtribes, live in Myanmar. Traditionally, Nagas lives high in the northwestern hills, along the India border, but in recent years, many have moved to […]