MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 12th October 2018

12 - 18 OCTOBER 2018

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Hideaways for the Thadingyut holiday

What’s On - 0ct0ber FRIDAY 12TH Digital Refresh 2019 | Business Digital Refresh aims to provide Brand Managers in Myanmar with the key information they need to get the most out of their Digital Marketing in 2019. Join some of the most dynamic, high-level marketing executives in local, regional, and multinational firms. Early bird tickets at 15,000Ks (until 7th October 2018). Regular tickets at 20,000Ks. ? Goethe-Institut Myanmar - Corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd and Nat Mauk St, Bahan Tsp | P 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Tequila Friday | Nightlife Head to the Hard Rock Cafe Yangon for the ultimate Tequila Friday. Rock out with the band Hash Tag, who are from Malaysia, along with Hard Rock’s own DJ Hazard who’s hoping to raise the roof this Friday. RSVP 09 45826 1390. ? Hard Rock Cafe Yangon - 192, Unit 406, 4th floor, Myanmar Plaza, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Haydn, Mozart, Mendelssohn - Orchestra Concert | Art & Stage Goethe-Institut will proudly present a selection of masterpieces by three musical geniuses and revolutionaries of Western classical music. Under the leadership of Gudni A. Emilsson, the young Myanmar musicians of the AOC Orchestra Yangon and members of the Thai Philharmonic Orchestra Bangkok will once again join forces and bring this exceptional Concert Gala to the stage, accompanied by the famous German concert pianist Oliver Kern. Tickets are free of charge and available at the reception desk of the Goethe-Institut from 9h00 to 17h00. RSVP 01 937 6160. ? Strand Hotel - 92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P From 7:00 pm

Connect@breakfast Telecommunications | Dining On Friday 12th October at Melia Yangon hotel, CCI France Myanmar experts will hope to solve the following problem: how can telecommunications be a driver for Myanmar growth. Speakers include Mr Yves Monnier, Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer at Apollo Towers Myanmar and Mr Mathieu Ploton, Chief Technical Officer at GTMH. RSVP 09 42545 0546. ? Meliá Yangon - 192, Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Back to the 90’s | Nightlife The Penthouse is throwing a Back to the 90’s Party that will have you reaching for your denim dungarees and tartan mini-skirt. DJ Eric will be spinning all the tunes from the 90’s, sure to make you remember your younger years and to get you grooving! Join for dinner and stay for the party. RSVP 09 771239924. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, BarGaYar St, Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 7:00 pm

12TH & 13TH Oktoberfest Yangon 2018 | Nightlife Enjoy a free-flow of German Paulaner beer and sample some traditional German cuisine at the annual Okroberfest in the Rose Garden Hotel.

There will also be live music from an authentic Bavarian band fresh from this year’s Oktoberfest in Germany. Purchase your tickets now in one of the following locations: Rose Garden Hotel, Inya Lake Hotel, Savoy Hotel, Mahlzeit Restaurant, German Embassy; or online at shop.com.mm and myanmore.com. ? Rose Garden - 171, Upper Pansodan St, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm

What’s On - 0ct0ber SATURDAY 13TH Brew Day at Burbrit | Educational Burbrit is pleased to announce that Burbrit’s 2nd Brew Day will take place on Saturday. The event, which is open to the public, will be held at Burbrit Tasting Room. They encourage anyone who enjoys beer from brewing beginners and enthusiasts, to professionals, to those who might be curious about home brewing and interested in trying something new to get involved. Brew Day attendees are able to chat to the Master Brewers, taste Burbrit’s tasting flights and food with matching suggestions, and are entertained throughout the day by relaxing music. Make sure to call at 09 760991004 or 09 760991005 for any more details. Limited attendees only. 10,000 MMK will be charged for the registration. ? Burbrit Brewery - No.D16, North Dagon Industrial Zone, 34 Quarter Extension | P 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

IFB Book Fair 2018 - 2nd Edition With French Crêpes | Activities IFB cordially invite you to the 2nd Edition of Book Fair at the French Institute in Myanmar. Ô’Thentic Crêperie & Wine Bar will be selling delicious French crêpes with special prices too.

The library will have a selection of 1,500 books, including novels, plays, children’s books and foreign literature. Price is set 2,000MMK for 3 books.

What would be be better than a Saturday evening with French books and French crêpes? ? Institut Français de Birmanie - 340, Pyay Rd, Sanchaung Tsp | P 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Tropical Night | Nightlife Tropical Night 2018 at The Penthouse is not to be missed. Be prepared for another legendary party with tropical music, cocktails, smiling people, palm trees and a lot of fun. RSVP 09 771 239924. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, BarGaYar St, Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P From 7:00 pm

Saturday Night Fever | Nightlife Fans of Ngal Suu’s greatest hits shouldn’t miss Saturday Night Fever.

On 13th of October, Ngal Suu will perform live music at Yangon Yangon and he will give a special performance of his latest album as a gift to his followers. Save the date. RSVP 01 255 131. ? Yangon Yangon - 339, Corner of Bo Gyoke Rd and Sule Pagoda Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P From 8:00 pm

Live Band - The Reasonabilists | Nightlife The Reasonabilists are an up-and-coming Myanmar band whose music fuses many different elements, with influences including The Smiths and The National. Their upbeat and catchy riffs, combined with a mix of melancholic lyrical themes brings out a certain unique vibe that’s got to be heard to be believed. FREE ENTRY. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42 Strand Rd, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 8:00 pm

SUNDAY 14TH Jazz Brunch With Po Clare & Friends | Dining Ease into your Sunday morning with the smooth sounds of Po Clare & Friends, whilst enjoying the Union Bar and Grill Sunday brunch menu.

Brunch will be served between 11am-5pm, with live music between 12 and 3pm. RSVP 09 250 355 064. ? Union Bar and Grill - 42, Strand Road, Left corner of the Myanmar Red Cross Building, Botahtaung Tsp | P 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

What’s On - 0ct0ber Frühschoppen | Dining Frühschoppen might sound like a form of retail therapy, but in fact it’s not.

It is a traditional, German and Austrian equivalent of brunch which takes place on Sundays. Enjoy the beautiful weather by the Rose Garden Hotel’s swimming pool for only $26.00 per person. For more information please contact 01 371 992. ? Rose Garden Hotel - 171, Upper Pansodan St, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 11:30 am - 4:00 pm

Boutique Brunch | Dining Enjoy mouthwatering culinary creations designed by Head Chef Florian Eberhardt and accompanied by unlimited drinks from Savoy cellar. The boutique package is priced at $44 per person including free flow of our house wines, prosecco, draft beer, and fresh juices. The exclusive offer priced at $99 per person includes free-flow of Billecart-Salmon Champagne. Offer subjected to availability. RSVP 01 526 289. ? Savoy Hotel Yangon - 129, Dhammazedi Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

The More You Know | Activities Have a chilled Sunday evening with the Dance Lab. The More You Know program is aimed at giving young dancers in Myanmar knowledge about dance culture.They will be screening movies, films, documentaries, dance battles and interviews. For more information please contact to 09 778 913244. ? The Dance Lab - No.14(Ground), MyayNiGon Zay St, SanChaung Tsp | P 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

MONDAY 15TH Yangon Snooker Open 2018 | Sports Urban Cue in conjunction with Myanmar Billiards & Snooker Federation is hosting the Yangon Snooker Open 2018. Open to all players, the entrance fee is 10,000MMK. The main goal of the Snooker Open is to create more awareness of Billiards in Myanmar so make sure you support them by taking part in our tournament or come watch the games. To sign up please come to our club. Please call 09768663160 for more information. ? Urban Cue - Urban Asia Center, Corner of 48th Street & Maha Bandula Road, No. (10H), 1st floor, Botahtaung Tsp | P From 11:00 am

TUESDAY 16TH Mundo Lingo (Yangon #11) | Activities Come and join to the language exchange event which is created by Mundo Lingo Group. They are huge community from a variety of different countries that meet once a week to meet new people, and practice speaking another language. You don’t have to be an advanced speaker, or even speak a second language – it’s for all levels. ? 50th Street Cafe Restaurant Bar - 9/13, 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp | P 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Friends Tues@ay | Nightlife Friends Tues@ay is on at Ô’Thentic. Because having friends is important Ô’Thentic dedicates Tuesday to all friends whoever they are and whatever they like.

Join them & Make it your night by choosing your own playlist. RSVP 09 44952 9557. ? Ô’Thentic Crêperie & Wine Bar - 45, Yaw Min Gyi St, Dagon Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

What’s On - 0ct0ber WEDNESDAY 17TH Joint Chambers Networking | Business AMCHAM, AustCham, GMBC (German Chamber) and NZMCC (New Zealand Chamber) are teaming up to furnish you a premium networking night in Yangon. The event will provide you an opportunity to network and interact with professionals from various sectors. Use this one of a kind networking event as an opportunity to keep in touch with your circle of connections.

The price is $15 for members and $25 for non-members. ? Gallery Bar - 223, Sule Pagoda Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

World Food Market | Dining Get your chance to try 80 famous dishes from around the world every Wednesday at The Square in Novotel. Not only that, you can enjoy a buffet dinner with soft drinks, coffee, tea free flow. Experience new tastes of special Italian food this week. Reserve your seat now at 09-251185989. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459, Pyay Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Quiz Night on Wednesday | Activities Join for a fun and entertaining event where you will rack your brain trying to answer the questions of their two quiz masters. Come with your team of up to 6 members or join one on the spot. Register at 099 6769 8839. ? British Embassy Club - No.46, Gyo Phyu St, Dagon Tsp | P From 7:00 pm

THURSDAY 18TH Blind Pony | Nightlife The Blind Pony is an event where DJ students are given the opportunity to spend time with their friends and try out their their music styles and mixing techniques. The event starts at 6pm and after 9pm you will get one last boost for Friday with International DJs presenting their best sets till 12am. Come and enjoy your Thursday night at Yangon Yangon and Juize Dj’s School. Entry fee is 5,000MMK. ? Yangon Yangon - 339, Corner of Bo Gyoke Rd and Sule Pagoda Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P From 6:00 pm

Italian Movie Night: Sconnessi (Disconnected) | Movie Night In the framework of the 18th Week of the Italian Language in the World, the Embassy of Italy is glad to invite you to the screening of the film “Sconnessi” (Disconnected), a 2018 comedy directed by Christian Mazzanti. The film will be screened in Italian with English subtitles. The entrance is free, no registration is required. Italian finger foods and drink will be served. RSVP 01 937 6160. ? Goethe-Institut Myanmar - Corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd and Nat Mauk St, Bahan Tsp | P 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Feature

Pho Kyar Elephant Camp: A pachyderm paradise

BY MIN YE KYAW A small turning off the Yangon-Mandalay highway marks the road to a little-known sanctuary for Myanmar’s best-loved animals: elephants.

Established in 1988, the Pho Kyar Elephant Camp is set in a forest surrounded by teak trees, some of which are 150 years old. Nearby is a snaking stream where the elephants bathe each day under a suspension bridge.

While the entire sanctuary is home to over 30 elephants in total, 14 elephants are kept within the 20-acre resort area. Elephants are known for living in matriarchal groups where the oldest female is the leader of the herd and the matriarch of the Pho Kyar Elephant Camp turns 35 years old this year.

The entrance fee to the camp is set at 1,000MMK for locals and 10,000MMK for foreigners. You can also buy bananas and sugar-cane at the food booth to give the elephants at treat. The camp offers elephant rides at a price of 10,000MMK per person for foreigners and 3,000MMK for locals. Visitors to the camp are given a free tour around the resort and there is also a small museum displaying elephant bones and logging equipment situated beside the main office.

Guests also have the option to stay the night in the camp in a guest house priced at 25,000MMK per night. Those staying will be treated to a performance by the elephants and get to see how they are bathed and scrubbed in the river at the end of the day.

Location: Yangon-Mandalay Express Highway Road, Swa Township, Thargara Contact: 09 773 162760 Opening Hours: 7am-6pm daily

Guide

Hideaways for The Thadingyut holiday Hoping to escape the bright lights and noisy streets of Yangon over your Thadingyut holiday? Here’s our guide of the best places that you vcan head to for a mid-week mini-break.  Beaches

Chaung Tha This well-known beach in Pathein Township, Ayeyarwady is more affordable to go than most beaches in Myanmar. With its array of reasonably priced hotels, both overlooking the bay and in nearby villages, the beach is a popular choice. With everything from fresh seafood, to stunning views and football on the beach, who wouldn’t enjoy a trip to Cahung Tha? Buses depart regualrly form Yangon for very afforable rates.

Ngwe Saung Ngwe Saung is beloved as one of the most beautiful beaches in Myanmar.

It lies to the west of Pathein Township, close to Chaung Tha beach. There’s little to do in Ngwe Saung, but that’s can be the perfect reason to go—chill by the sea, relax and enjoy the beach. Anyone feeling adventurous can enjoy snorkelling, bird watching or a trip to the neighbouring elephant camp.

Ngapali Beach Ngapali beach in southern Rakhine State has many luxury hotels and its beauty is unparalleled. Rooms can be pricey at this time of the year so advance booking is advised, but the beach is the prime choice for its white sand, blue waves, quiet rural surroundings, coconuts, watersports, cruises and other activities. Thandwe town has an airport with direct flights to and from Yangon.  Upper Myanmar

Bagan - Mount Popa Bagan is all about its sea of temples and sunset views. This magical ancient city is well known across the world, not only because of its astonishing temples, but also as the home of the very first rulers of the Myanmar kingdom. Rent a motorbike to get around or fly over the area in hot air balloon, there are many ways to explore the early history of Myanmar’s bygone kingdom.

If you want to go further afield, head an hour’s drive away to Mount Popa where you can experience the giant green hill catch a glimpse of the local monkeys.

Guide

Mandalay - Sagaing - Mingun The historic towns of Sagaing and Mingun can be visited by day trips from Mandalay. While in the city, catch a sunset at U-Bein Bridge, the world’s longest teak bridge and don’t miss Mya Thein Tan pagoda.

Mingun is home to the world’s second largest bell and to the world’s “largest pile of bricks” Mingun Paya. This unfinished stupa, which would have been the world’s tallest, was built on the orders of King Bodawpaya.

Sagaing is everything Mandalay isn’t and therefore lovely. White and shwe pagodas crowning verdant hills overlook the Ayeyarwaddy River and are connected by a web of rural roads.  Trekking

Kalaw - Inle Inle lake in western Shan State is the second largest lake in Myanmar and October is the best time to visit as a festival at Phaung Daw Oo pagoda is held then for 18 days. During that time, five scared images of Buddha are carried on the Hintha barge in convoy across surrounding villages to collect funds for the pagoda. There’s also plenty to explore on the lake, like its floating villages and traditional weaving workshops.

From Inle lake, you can hike amid magnificent hills and plains through well-trodden trails and yellowing paddy fields to the picturesque Kalaw.

Book a local guide before your journey to show you the way.

eat & drink

Get Some Dim Sum at Novotel’s Royal Pavilion

BY JESSICA LIANG

The Art of Dim Sum: Yum Cha at Novotel’s Royal Pavilion opened on September 29th and has given Yangonites a new weekend brunch buffet option – with a difference. Malaysian Chef Ooi Boonchang, who specializes in Cantonese and Hong Kong cuisine, makes the dishes fresh to order from 11.30am to 2.30pm every weekend at the cost of 25$ per person.

Over 60 different items are included in the buffet, ranging from steamed dim sum stuffed with beef shank and cho hao sauce, to steamed seafood rice rolls, as well as congee, marinated jellyfish and deep fried pandan sesame balls. A varied selection of teas are also on offer including Fujian oolong and jasmine, each one picked to compliment the menu.

Address: Novotel Hotel Max, 459 Pyay Road Kamayut Tsp, Yangon Phone: 01 230 5858 Hours: 11.30am – 2.30pm every weekend

Gallery

FRENCH RIVIERA PARTY AT THE PENTHOUSE PHOTOS BY THE PICTUREMAN

MUNDO LINGO AT 50TH STREET CAFE, RESTAURANT & BAR PHOTOS BY THE PICTUREMAN

now showing

Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 12th to 18th October 2018.

VENOM Venom is a 2018 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. In Venom, journalist Brock gains superpowers after being bound to an alien symbiote whose species plans to invade Earth.

Junction Maw Tin, Junction City, Junction Square, City Mall, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Mingalar Cinema 2(Dagon Centre (II), Mingalar Sein Gay Har, Nay Pyi Taw, North Okkalapa

THE POOL The Pool is a Thai Film movie with two people, one beast and 6 meter deep pool. The plot follows two people try to get out of the pool.

Nay Pyi Taw, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Shae Saung Cinema

JOHNNY ENGLISH Johnny English Strikes Again is a 2018 spy action comedy film. It is

the third instalment of the Johnny English series.

Junction City, Junction Square, City Mall

DECOY (TI KYAT) Decoy (Ti Kyat) is a Burmese Action Movie directed by Steel with Stars : Nay Toe, Nay Myo Aung, Thinzar Wint Kyaw, Shwe Tamee, Yin Lat, Nan Khin Zayar, May Myat Noe, Chaw Kalyar, Kyi Phyu Shin Thant.

Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint),

A WAY CHIT A Way Chit is a Burmese Drama Movie directed by Ko Zaw (ArrYoneOo) with Stars : Aung Ye Lin, Soe Myat Thuzar, Thet Mon Myint, Htun Ko Ko, Thandar Bo. Junction Maw Tin, Junction City, Junction Square, City Mall, Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Mingalar Sein Gay Har, North Okkalapa, Shae Saung Cinema, Thwin, Mingalar

Junction Maw Tin | 01 225 244 Junction City | 01 9253591, 01 9253592 Junction Square | 01 527 055 City Mall | 09 764802081 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035 — 36, 01 230 3 165 Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint) | 09 779 054 671 — 73 Mingalar Cinema 2(Dagon Centre (II) | 09 732 54 091 — 92 Mingalar Sein Gay Har | 09 402177771— 73 Nay Pyi Daw | 01 251 277, 01 251 288 Shae Saung Cinema | 01 252 113, 01 388 034 Thamada Cinema | 01 246 962, 01 246 963 Thwin | 01 372 594, 01 388 033 Mingalar | 01 243057 Mega Ace (Tharkayta) | 01 556 782 Mega Ace (Tamwe) | 01 554 383 Mega Ace (North Okkalapa) | 09 971 750 91

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emergency numbers POLICE STATION

AMBULANCE

199 / 01 549309

192

FIRE STATION

TOURIST SAFETY UNIT

191 / 01 252011 / 01 252022

01 642742 / 01 549209

TOURIST INFORMATION

YANGON GENERAL HOSPITAL

01 252859 / 01 378376

01 256112 / 01 265131

HOTLINE NUMBER 1876

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