Myanmar has been known by many names. The British called it Burma, after the majority Bamar racial group, but in ancient times it was Suvana Bhumi, the Golden Land, where the fertile soil produced rice and other crops in abundance, the rivers and streams were full of fish, where vast forests contained valuable timber, and the earth yield crude oil, minerals and precious stones.

The Myanmar civilization dates back to the 5th century BC with the establishment of several small kingdoms, but it counts its real history from the 11th century, when King Anawrahta unified the country and founded the First Myanmar Empire. With Bagan as its capital, it encompassed present-day Myanmar and the Menam Valley of Thailand. It lasted for two centuries.

The Second Myanmar Empire was founded in the mid-16th century by King Bayinnaung, and the last Myanmar Dynasty, set up by King Alaungpaya in 1752, was at its zenith when the British arrived and turned it into a colony, fighting three Anglo-Myanmar Wars. During WW II, Myanmar was occupied by the Japanese from 1942 to 1946 it became a sovereign independent state.

With the development of modern tourism, visitors to Myanmar are discovering the many attractioned of the country. One of these is the people, a colorful diversity of ethnic groups, that reflect Myanmar's positions as a crossroads of Chinese and Indian civilizations, and a bastion of Theravada Buddhism. The people of this land respect their elders, revere their religions, smile at adversity and sincerely welcome all visitors.

Then, of course, there are numerous temples, pagodas, monasteries and archaeological sites of historical and culture interest. For eco-tourist there are snow-capped mountains, lush tropical forests, great rivers, large lakes, unspoilt beaches and serene off-shore islands. It is a most unusual, culturally rich and highly enjoyable for the visitors. But most of all, Burmese are incredibly friendly, most gracious and hospitable people. We are knowing that you must surely return.

Climate : Myanmar has a tropical climate with three different seasons; Rainy, Cold and Hot. The Rainy season is from mid May to mid October, the Cold season is from November to mid February and Hot season is from mid February to mid May. Both seasons offer different types of activities and adventures for visitors.

Geography : Myanmar is a country with surface area of 676,577 square kilometers and stretches 2090 kilometers from north to south & 925 kilometers from east to west, located in the north west coast of Indochina peninsula, makes Myanmar the largest country in South East Asia Peninsula, which borders Bangladesh and India on the northwest, China on the northeast, Laos and Thailand on the east.

Religion : About 85% of the population are practicing Theravada Buddhism, while the rest are Christian, Muslims, Hinduism and a few Animists.

People : Myanmar is a union of over hundred nationalities. The approximate population 48.6 millions consist of 135 different groups throughout the country, 70% of Myanmar are Bamars.

Languages : Myanmar language, which belongs to the Tibeto-Burma family of languages, 90% of the whole population speak Myanmar language. Myanmar is the official language and most people in the cities speak good English.

Economy : Myanmar is major producer of rice, and exporter of teak and other hard woods. It is famous for its jade and gems such as rubies and sapphires.

Capital : Yangon (formerly Rangoon), situated at the mouth of the Ayarwaddy delta, with a population of 4.5 million.

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