The sound of swaying stalks in this stunning grove has been named a governmentally recognized sound.

Where giant ships go to die.

One of the longest natural sand beaches in the world.

This elephant kraal is the only one remaining in Thailand, dating back to the 16th century when these massive mammals were integral players in war and trade.

Luxurious devotion and 500,000 images of Buddha in Myanmar.

Gigantic unfinished stupa and the world's 2nd largest bell.

This golden temple is surrounded by hundreds of stone tablets that comprise the "world's largest book."

A grand example of 19th century Burmese teak architecture, and the most significant of Mandalay's historic buildings.

The oldest teak bridge in the world is made from the remains of a royal palace.

A grand imperial capital left to fall into magnificent ruin.

The tower claims to be the world's only pagoda made entirely from Myanmar's lucrative gemstone.

These serpents are considered holy and pampered accordingly.

Over 2,000 ancient temples dot the Myanmar landscape at the site of this famed archaeological site.

Myanmar's Mount Olympus atop a 2,500-foot volcanic plug.

This unique temple complex remains off the typical tourist trail.

A series of tiny artificial islands rich with produce bob atop the surface of the lake.

These muddy eruptions are less deadly than actual volcanoes but also more holy.

A vast, otherworldly collection of Buddhist stupas.

A deserted 20-lane highway runs through Myanmar's empty capital city.

A precariously perched golden rock defies gravity and brings pilgrims from across Myanmar.

Myanmar's beautiful cemetery for Allied soldiers who perished during World War II.

This gem-encrusted temple is said to contain some of the Buddha's hair which can make the deaf hear and the blind see.