Up there with Angkor Wat and Machu Picchu, Bagan is an ancient temple paradise. It’s a must-visit location during two weeks in Myanmar or any other length of stay. You get so much freedom here to explore as you like, on an electric scooter, bicycle, or with a tuk tuk and driver. There are endless beautiful temples dotting the landscape. Larger Bagan temples are still frequented by locals as a place to pray, and there are also many, many small temples lost to time.
Along with Inle Lake, Bagan might be one of the most touristy spots on this Myanmar itinerary. You’ll find more souvenir shops, Western cafes, and tour busses here than in Yangon. Don’t miss the better-than-India Indian restaurant that I went to three times during my Bagan stay, Indian Hut!
A popular activity here is to go to one of temples that you can climb just before sunrise and sunset. The climbable temples are limited however, so make sure you get to the right place!
Other popular Bagan activities include seeing the temples from above in a sunrise hot air balloon. Budget travelers can book a local bike tour to visit Bagan’s higlights.