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10 Reasons Why You Should Head To Yangon

Expect all things marvellous at Myanmar's largest city

Previously named Rangoon, Yangon serves as a shining beacon of the country's political shift, first gaining independence before reopening to the world as a commercial and cultural hub. And the numbers do speak for itself, where  over 4 million tourists visited the country in 2015!

From a slew  of the hottest F&B establishments to heritage sites that reflect impressive colonial architecture, here's a guide to what the vibrant city has to offer:

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Drug Elimination Museum
Photo: The Wall Street Journal

10. Drug Elimination Museum

As the name suggests, the museum depicts Myanmar during its drug-plagued years and the efforts that were made to put a stop to this struggle. Its purpose: To deter visitors from taking drugs.

There are several exhibitions that you should check out, including one called Effects of Drug Abuse room where the display is modelled to embody a haunted house.

Location: Corner of Hanthawaddy and Kyuntaw Rds, Kamaryut Township, Yangon

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