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Places to Visit in
Myanmar
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 SALAY (SALE) MONASTRY
A century old Salay Monastery is situated in Salay town, around 1 hour
drive south of Bagan. It can be reached by boat or by car. Artistic
sculptures depicting the live of Buddha can be seen in this monastery.
 MT. POPA
(Mount Popa)
This mountain can be reached during a day trip from Bagan or on the
way to Shan State respectively Mandalay. It is an extinct volcano and known as
the abode of “Nats” (spirits).
Although Myanmar converted to Buddhism in the 11th Century, animist
worshipping is still mixing with Buddhism. Various herbs and plants
are growing on the mountain. One can see the panoramic view from top
of the steep mountain after mastering the (for some people challenging) ascent.
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