Burma Photos

Have a closer look at the people, wildlife, scenery and accommodations you will enjoy on your JOURNEYS trip. Most of these pictures have been take by the JOURNEYS staff, but we welcome the submissions of JOURNEYS travelers.

The golden temples of Bagan beckon images of a thousand years ago when reveence of Buddhist principles defined life, government and architecture.
The golden temples of Bagan beckon images of a thousand years ago when reveence of Buddhist principles defined life, government and architecture.

You may choose to drift over the ruins of Bagan in a hot air balloon at sunrise.
You may choose to drift over the ruins of Bagan in a hot air balloon at sunrise.

You may encounter women of the Padung tribe noted for the brass rings young woment stack on their necks causing the shoulders to be depressed.
You may encounter women of the Padung tribe noted for the brass rings young woment stack on their necks causing the shoulders to be depressed.


Marvel at the dexterity displayed by the leg rowers of Inle Lake.  We will take you on a boat ride to see the scenery, fishermen, floating gardens and floating villages.
Marvel at the dexterity displayed by the leg rowers of Inle Lake. We will take you on a boat ride to see the scenery, fishermen, floating gardens and floating villages.

Color is everywhere in Burmese markets. Flowers are popular as household decorations, gifts and for use in religious offerings at the Buddhist temple.
Color is everywhere in Burmese markets. Flowers are popular as household decorations, gifts and for use in religious offerings at the Buddhist temple.

Burmese really cherish their children often dressing them in colorful clothes and applying facial make up believed to have helpful curative or disease prevention properties.
Burmese really cherish their children often dressing them in colorful clothes and applying facial make up believed to have helpful curative or disease prevention properties.


Villagers in Burma may be poor, but they love flowers. This women offers hers for sale. Her smile is enhancaed by the bark powder on her cheeks popular through out Burma.
Villagers in Burma may be poor, but they love flowers. This women offers hers for sale. Her smile is enhancaed by the bark powder on her cheeks popular through out Burma.

Try to visit Bagan at sunset for spectacular picture taking opportunities.
Try to visit Bagan at sunset for spectacular picture taking opportunities.

Kishan, Journeys director in Burma, has been helping our clients enjoy astounding experiences in Burma since 1987. He learned English on his own and by talking with tourists, He was one of the first private tourism operators licensed in Burma.
Kishan, Journeys director in Burma, has been helping our clients enjoy astounding experiences in Burma since 1987. He learned English on his own and by talking with tourists, He was one of the first private tourism operators licensed in Burma.


Take a solitary moment or two to appreciate the history and beauty of Burma.
Take a solitary moment or two to appreciate the history and beauty of Burma.

Consider adding a village hike or trek to your trip to experience the simple life most Burmese lead outside of cities.
Consider adding a village hike or trek to your trip to experience the simple life most Burmese lead outside of cities.


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