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CHIN WOMAN
Highlights
1 Pathein Capital of the Delta, with a breezy 5 Htukkanthein Paya Perhaps the most iconic
riverfront and plenty of colourful temples – and of all Mrauk U temples, with its fortress-like
even more colourful parasols. See p.103 exterior and richly decorated subterranean
2 Ngwe Saung An enjoyable beach on the corridors within. See p.128
west coast, still unspoiled despite its accessibility 6 Chin State Go where few have gone before
and clutch of places to stay and eat. See p.109 in the newly opened Chin State, a land of
3 Ngapali One of the top beach boltholes, soaring mountains that are home to the last of
with idyllic sands and the sense of being a long the tattooed ladies. See p.135
way from anywhere else. See p.113 7 Mount Victoria Hike above the clouds to the
4 Shittaung Paya A magical grotto of summit of Mount Victoria (Nat Ma Taung), where
medieval Burmese art, packed with spectacular you’ll find breathtaking views and exotic birdlife.
sculptures and carvings. See p.127 See p.136
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