Been a busy term but did have some time to travel- mostly in and around Mandalay. Will make some longer trips next term in the time off.
Mandalay has a beach of sorts- as you can see the water is clean enough for a dip.
It's called 7 mile beach- just take a side road next to the start of the hill on the way to Pyin Oo Lwin. Speaking of Pyin Oo Lwin it is the closest place for a weekend away. It's famous for a botanical garden. The climate is nice although it can be a little dull.
I have a fear of birds- thought I was over it until the bastard hissed at me.
Last place on the list is Mandalay's "New" Waterfall- seriously it's but a decade old and was formed due to mine blasts apparently. Beautiful and an easy enough hike.
I'll leave them in another post- internet is playing up