Myanmar, formerly called Burma, is a dichotomous country split between a highly spiritual and militaristic society. Mountain tribes, stilt villages on Inle Lake, floating monasteries, ancient stupas, lotus farms, monks collecting alms, and thousands of pagodas dominate the landscape.
In contrast to this idyllic setting, Myanmar’s military regime rules the land, creating uneasy quiet and severe poverty. This atmosphere is tempered with a spiritual enlightenment rarely seen elsewhere.