Myanmar Tour - Kyauk Se & Paleik Architecture Discovery

Kyauk Se & Paleik Architecture Discovery - Mandalay

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OVERVIEW

Beyond the city limits of Mandalay lay two incredible architectural sites rarely visited by tourists. Travel to Kyauk Se to see the incredible Shinpin Tamoke Shwegu, an 11^th century temple of historical importance that was only recently excavated then continue to Paleik where you'll walk through Ava-era temples shrouded in vines and tucked amid local villages. For architecture and archaeology lovers, this is the perfect day off the beaten track.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Your guide and driver will greet you at your hotel this morning to set off on your excursion to the outskirts of Mandalay. We begin with a drive to Kyauk Se, a town south of Mandalay (around 1-1.5 hours). The town is most famous for its annual Elephant-dance festival but in 2009 the Shinpin Tamoke Shwegu site was discovered.

One of 9 temples built by King Anawratha, the 11^th century site was covered in a new wall in the 13^th century then abandoned. Over the years, layers of dirt and growth have covered the temple and only recently was the temple discovered. More than 8000 volunteers helped to excavate the site in 2009. When visiting you will see incredible, intricate stucco carvings untouched by time- the only place besides Bagan to see such decoration. There is also an unusual nested Buddha statue and a small museum of artifacts on site.

Nearby is Shinpin Sut-thwar temple where we will stop for a brief visit to see its Buddha images, another unique design.

A stop will be made in Kyauk Se for lunch and an option to visit the local market if you wish.

Continue back toward Mandalay stopping in the town of Paleik. Most travelers visit Paleik to see its famous snake temple but the real lure is its more than 300 temples. Built during the same period as Ava (14^th century) the temples are abandoned, covered in ivy and connected by dirt paths. We'll spend time walking amid the ruins, enjoying the blend of nature and man-made buildings as well as learning about the history of the area. There is a small village and two monasteries in the vicinity which we will walk through for a taste of local life.

After your exploration, return to Mandalay and your hotel. (L)

Duration: 08.30-17.30

PRICING: in US Dollars per person

Rates are valid until 30 Apr 2013

NUMBER OF PEOPLE	2	3-4	5-6	7-10	11-15	Single Supplement
PRICE PER PERSON	120	111	72	90	62	N/A

*NOTE: Due to daily fluctuations in the local currency exchange rate, Exotissimo Myanmar cannot guarantee this tariff rate. Please contact your travel consultant for the current pricing.

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