This year an estimated number of 3.5 mln visitors is expected. Many of them will go to the Myeik Archipelago with more than 800 islands where they can enjoy eco-tourism. Hiking and trekking, diving and snorkelling and also bird watching and biking as well as boating are the most popular activities there. However, there exists the danger of destroying natural coral reefs and harming marine life. The issues of preserving the natural habitat of birds near Indawgyi Lake are also acute. Bagan, an ancient city in Mandalay Region, also deserves attention with its numerous Bhuddist temples, pagodas, monasteries and monuments.
Thanks to innovative approach Myanmar is ready to offer more opportunities for tourists exploiting the country’s natural resources. The country is aimed at developing safe food joints and services to attract more foreign visitors. Yet there are other important issues to be resolved to facilitate travel for international guests including the possibility of getting visas upon arrival, introducing direct flights and free entry for the citizens of the countries of the region – China, Japan, South Korea as well as of the ASEAN countries.
Myanmar Working Out Durable Tourism Development Plan
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As the number of foreigners visiting Myanmar has been gradually increasing since 2016 with annual growth of about 20 per cent, the demand for new tourist routes and attractions is on the rise, too.