Why go
- Known for opium & heroin crisis, formerly Burma.
- Served by Tachileik Airport (THL).
History
Golden Triangle, Myanmar (Burma) is a region in Myanmar (Burma). We do not yet hold a written history for it — the sources below are the best starting points, and this page will be expanded into a full guidebook.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 4 direct destinations
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Lao Airlines QV (ATR 72) · 1 route: Vientiane
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where to stay
4 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Tachileik Airport (THL); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: THL has direct flights to 4 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Heho, Kengtung, Mandalay, Yangon).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Golden Triangle, Myanmar (Burma). Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.