A guest's arrival at Governor's Residence, a Belmond Hotel is heralded by a gong, such is the ceremony of a welcome here. Pass along a teak walkway as you make your way through tranquil gardens threaded with lotus ponds. To arrive at this 1920s mansion is to step back into a slower time; wraparound verandas are adorned with a gingerbread-style trim.
Once home of the Kaya States' Governor, the hotel is history come to life – and you're here to be part of it. Within its walls the elegance of a long-gone era mingles with Myanmar's rich beauty and culture. Rooms adorned with carved teak, silk, crisp linens and mesmerising local artworks are awash with light.
Evenings here announce themselves softly, with the fragrance of Myanmar's exquisite flowers on the breeze. Breathe deeply and inhale the scent of orchids, red torch ginger and the native amherstia nobilis – known here as Queen of the flowering trees. These are moments of utter bliss.
Governor's Residence, a Belmond Hotel is ideal for guests wishing to explore. Step beyond this threshold and be immersed in the sights and sounds of this vibrant city.
Yangon is a place to let your curiosity off the leash. Visit stunning places of worship or admire diverse architecture. Peruse markets laden with local produce, hand-woven fabrics and traditional snacks. Lahpet, a pickled Burmese tea, is especially recommended.
While strolling the gardens surrounding Kandawgyi Lake, strike up a conversation with men dressed in longyi or women whose faces are smeared in thanaka – a preparation of bark that protects skin from the sun.
Of course, no visit to Yangon would be complete without the Shwedagon Pagoda with its gold roof encrusted with glittering diamonds and rubies. Just a short journey from the hotel, it's best visited at dawn when devotees make offerings as the city stirs. Later delve into life on the outskirts with a slow-paced trip on the Yangon Circular Railway.
While the city is steeped in ancient history, a sense of excitement permeates rapidly changing Yangon. The arts scene thrives alongside new restaurants, galleries and shops.
Yangon International Airport (YIA) - 45-minute drive
Shwedagon Pagoda - 10-minute drive
Bogyoke Local Market - 15-minute drive
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