Joanna James
Myanmar’s breathtaking scenery and lively culture never fail to delight local and foreign visitors. Check out these souvenirs which you can buy to serve as a reminder of the enjoyable moments you had while visiting the nation.
Myanmar takes pride in its lacquerware. These products which are made by traditional craftsmen display their artistic skills to the world. Burmese lacquer differs from other types in the variety of designs that are relief moulded (Thayoe Pan Yun), incised (Ka Nyit Yun), and made with real gold leaf (Shwe Zawa Yun). The ideal place to purchase some quality items is Bagan. You can buy a variety of lacquer products used for home décor like trays, jewellery boxes, kitchenware, and petitions there.
Silverware falls in second place only to lacquerware among Myanmar’s renowned craft items. You get a range of exquisitely designed necklaces, rings, bracelets and pots available at many places in the country. However, it is best to buy such items from reputable sources instead of purchasing them from the vendors in the streets. One of the most popular places to purchase some unique pieces is Bogyoke Aung San Market. You get more than 1,600 outlets selling jewellery items, precious stones, silverware and lacquerware at reasonable prices here. Located around an 11-minute drive away from Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake Yangon via Zoological Garden Road, the place is considered Yangon’s premier shopping destination. Therefore, many visitors who have bucks to spend stay at a five star hotel in Yangon close to this site so that they can reach the market without any hassle.
The traditional skirt of Myanmar is called a longyi. This long, wrap-around garment is worn by both men and women and comes in many colours, designs and sizes. You will be able to find them in many of the shop-infested streets in the country. Silk is frequently used for this garment. You can even dress in one for your Myanmar excursions because it is ideal for keeping cool during the humid climate.
Sand paintings are an art form which is especially popular in Myanmar. It was first introduced in 1975 and has evolved progressively over time. This art is said to have originated from Bagan, where artists began using sand to paint and depict religious scenes, monks, and Buddhist symbols. These days, sand paintings also illustrate everyday objects and life. Tourists are drawn to the paintings because of their unique material and the artists' extraordinary technical skills. They range in price from those sold by street vendors at low cost to those sold by galleries at higher cost.
One of the most fascinating things you can take home from Myanmar is a painting crafted from precious stones. A gemstone painting is a remarkable memento thanks to its unique manufacturing process. To put it simply, a stunning painting may be created by crushing gemstones into tiny pieces and then painting them in a variety of colours. A visit to Mandalay or Yangon will help you locate some quality gemstone paintings. They can also be found in some of the prominent shopping complexes in Myanmar.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
