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Sometimes things can never quite live up to our expectations. The Red Canal in Mandalay, Myanmar, is a case in point. Its name conjures visions of an extraordinary waterway threading its wondrous crimson hue through the heart of a fairytale city. Sadly, the Red Canal is, in reality, decidedly unremarkable unlike the rest of this iconic place. But the same cannot be said of the little hotel that borrows its name. The Hotel On The Red Canal (to give it its full title) is simple, yes, but also extremely charming and friendly.
It is a small bijou property endowed with a small garden oasis providing lush tropical greenery and calming water features amidst the hustle and bustle of Myanmar ‘s cultural city.
The Mandalay Royal chicken broth whipped up by chef Min Min is astoundingly good. Ask him to add a rice flour dumpling and you’ll agree this is one of the tastiest things you’ve tried in Burma.
Taxis to the centre of Mandalay are cheap and excellent Burmese, Thai and multi-cuisine restaurants are within easy reach.
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