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Last activity 08 August 2012 by Mthtun

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Orasio

Hello everyone,

I will be coming to Yangon from Australia this August but have no idea what I'm in for (which is what I am extied about), beIll working in the Dagon area.

I am jsut hoping some people can share some information with me.
Where in Yangon are the "hot spots" for the following:
Cafes, Bars and Hangouts?
Renting or buying a Bicycle/Bike?
Nice places to live close to, or in Dagon area?
Your favourite Marketplace?

It doesnt necessarily have to be just for westerners. Your help is much apprecaited

Thanks!

Mthtun

Hi Orasio

Here is a few answers to your questions:

Cafes, Bars and Hangouts?
Try 50th Street Bar. You will feel right at home if you are from Australia
alot of locals and foreigners hang out there
50thstreetyangon.com/

Renting or buying a Bicycle/Bike?
I don't recommend either one. IMHO, Commuting with bicycle or bike seem dangerous to me especially for the foreigners.

Nice places to live close to, or in Dagon area?
There are some nice places and apartments around Yaw Min Gyi Road in Dagon Township.

Your favourite Marketplace?
Bo Gyoke Market. It is located in Dagon township as well.
Of course there are some other modernized markets where you can shop around. But then, Bo Gyoke Market has the authenticity true to local style. The market was built in colonia era and has alot to offer

Hope this helps.....