TOP FOUR COUNTRIES YOU SHOULD VISIT 01 MYANMAR MYANMAR ● Myanmar is a Southeast Asian, bordering India, Bangladesh, China, Laos and Thailand. ● Its Capital is Naypyidaw. ● It has a population of 53.8 million people. ● Its official language is English, although its population commonly speaks Burmese. ● Its official currency is the kyat, It is divided into 100 pyas and is usually abbreviated as K. HOW CAN ONE GET TO THIS COUNTRY? To get to Myanmar, there are 2 options: airplane and bus, the transportation method you choose depends on your location. • Airplane: Yangon International Airport is the main entry point for most international travelers, but there are also other international airports in cities such as Mandalay and Naypyidaw. • Bus: From neighboring countries such as Thailand, Laos, China, India or Bangladesh, you can travel to Myanmar by bus. CULTURE TYPICAL FOOD Its food reflects the culture and ingredients available in Southeast Africa. Some of the most common dishes are: ↠ Mohinga: It is a type of rice noodle soup. It is usually served as breakfast. ↠ Lephet thoke: The sour leaves are eaten alone, typically as a dessert, but are also served as lephet thoke, a preserved tea leaf salad. ↠ Durian: .Durian is an exotic fruit from Southeast Asia larger than a basketball and with spiked skin. The taste of its fleshy pulp like a mixture of cream, strawberries and caramel. TOURIST SPOT The Shwezigon Pagoda is an important Buddhist temple located in Nyaung U, near Bagan, Myanmar. It is a golden stupa dating back to the 11th century and is an important religious and tourist site in the country. The pagoda is built in Burmese architectural style and is believed to house relics of Buddha. Its golden dome and architectural design make it an iconic place to visit in Myanmar. TRADITIONAL CLOTHES ↠ Longyi or Sarong: The Longyi is a common unisex garment in Myanmar. It is a type of long skirt that is tied around the waist and is worn by both men and women. ↠ Paso: The Paso is a traditional upper garment worn in Myanmar. It is a type of shirt or tunic worn over a Longyi or Htamein. ↠ Taung Shwe Htee (Karen tribe costume): It consists of a white cotton shirt, a black cotton skirt called "Pamu," and a woven sash with colorful patterns called "Sei." This outfit is distinctive of Karen women. POPULAR SPORT Chinlone is a traditional Myanmar sport that combines elements of football and volleyball. It is played with a woven rattan ball and the objective is to keep the ball in the air while players hit it with their feet, knees, shoulders and head. Chinlone is practiced in a circle and is appreciated both as a sport and for its cultural and entertainment value in Myanmar. 02 SURINAM SURINAM: The republic of Suriname, is a country located on the northeast coast of South America. ● ● ● Capital: The capital and largest city of Suriname is Paramaribo. Language: The official language is Dutch, but other languages such as Sranan Tongo, Hindi, and Javanese are also spoken. Economy (its currency is the Surinamese dollar): The economy of Suriname is largely based on the mining industry (gold, bauxite), agriculture (rice, bananas), and the export of natural resources. SURINAM: ● Travel methods to Suriname: Common travel methods to go to Suriname are by plane and by boat. You can fly to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport in Paramaribo or take a boat from neighboring countries such as Guyana or Brazil. There are no direct land connections with Suriname. ● The country has a large number of protected natural areas, including nature reserves, national parks, rivers, rainforests, and abundant biodiversity. ● Suriname is known for its cultural and ethnic diversity, which is reflected in its music, traditional dances, festivals, and varied cuisine. Dances known in Suriname: In Suriname, various dances are practiced, including the traditional Creole dance, the Hindustani dance, the Javanese dance, and the Maroon dance. Foods: In Suriname, some of the strangest foods have included casave, a flatbread made from grated and fermented cassava, pangi, a soup made with pig's head and feet, and moksi alesi, a dish that combines rice and beans with smoked fish or meat. Waraná, a beverage made from guarana seeds, has also been consumed. small country with great biodiversity that you should visit: ● The Commewijne River: is an important river in Suriname, located in South America. It has a length of approximately 480 kilometers and flows northward until it empties into the Atlantic Ocean. The Commewijne River is known for its natural beauty and historical significance, as it had been used as a key transportation route during the colonial era. It has also been home to a wide variety of bird species and other aquatic animals. 03 MALAWI MALAWI • Malawi is a country located in southeastern Africa, it borders Zambia, Mozambique, and Tanzania. • Its capital is Lilongwe. • It has a population of 19.21 million people. • Its official language is English, although its population commonly speaks Bantu languages and the Chichewa language. • Its official currency is the Malawian kwacha (MWK), which is divided into units called "tambala”. HOW CAN ONE GET TO THIS COUNTRY? To get to Malawi, there are 2 options: airplane and bus, the transportation method you choose depends on your location. • Airplane: You can depart from Lilongwe International Airport, which is the entry point to Malawi. You can fly directly or have layovers in other African cities. • Bus: From neighboring countries like Zambia and Tanzania, there are available routes that allow you to drive to Malawi. These are long journeys and road conditions may vary. CULTURE TYPICAL FOOD TOURIST SPOT Its food reflects the culture and ingredients available in Southeast Africa. Some of the most common dishes are: ↠ Nsima: It is made with cornmeal and water, has a mashed potato-like consistency, and is served as a side dish. ↠ Chambo: It is a type of fish and can be prepared in various ways, such as grilled, fried, or cooked in sauces. ↠ Corn porridge: It is a thick and hot beverage made from cornmeal and water, sweetened with sugar, etc. Malawi National Park is one of the most well-known places, located in the southern part of the country and famous for its natural beauty and wildlife diversity. Its lake is one of the largest in Africa and hosts a variety of fish. Visitors can enjoy activities such as diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and bird watching. TRADITIONAL CLOTHES The clothing in Malawi is varied and reflects ethnic and cultural diversity. This country is known for its fabrics and traditional costumes. Some garments are: ↠ Chitenje: It is a garment that consists of a cotton scarf or fabric, which women wear in various ways. They can wear it around the waist, shoulders, or as a turban. ↠ Traditional clothing: For festivities, they wear formal outfits such as long skirts, turbans, blankets, long and colorful tunics, etc. ↠ School uniforms: They consist of shirts and skirts or pants, where they have representative colors according to the educational institution. POPULAR SPORT In addition to football, netball (a kind of basketball) is a popular sport, especially for women. It is played at the school and community level, and Malawi has a successful national team. 04 TAIWAN Taiwán Taiwan is a country in Asia but it is only recognized by thirteen countries , it is an island, the capital is Taipei. China says that Taiwan is a chinese territory because after the Chinese civil war in 1954, the nationalist government settled in the island and so, Taiwan was a nationalist government and China a communist one. Mandarin Chinese is the official language. But Taiwanés reminds as a very common language and it is very popular for everyday life. CULTURE TYPICAL FOOD ↠ Hot pot: it is a mixture of meat and vegetables that you can cook slowly in the oven. ↠ Pearl milk tea: It is made from black tea, milk, sugar and tapioca pearls. ↠ Noodles with oysters : It is made of noodles, oysters, vegetables and a delicious sauce. TOURIST SPOT You can go to Taroko National Park. It is located in Hualien and it has twenty seven peaks and a forest with waterfalls. Besides, it is famous for its mountains and canyons. There is a river that runs along them. TRADITIONAL CLOTHES Taiwan's typical clothing is the zhanpao, a long robe for men. Women also wear the zhanpao which fastened on the left and right but now everybody wears normal clothes like us. POPULAR SPORT In Taiwan the most popular sports are baseball, table tennis, badminton, basketball and volleyball. Martial arts such as taekwondo and taichi are also practiced by many people. How can one get to this country? To get to Taiwan you have to go by plane • Airplane: To travel to Taiwan, you can arrive in the country by plane. Taiwan has several international airports, with Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taoyuan being the main entry point for most international travelers. There are also other international airports in Taiwan, such as Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
