Realization of Hotels and Tourism Potential in Chin

Realization of Hotels and Tourism Potential in Chin State Presented by: Ministry of Hotels and Tourism

Outline Chin State at a Glance Foreign Tourist Arrivals in Figures Attractions Accessibility Accommodation Administration Potential Tourism Opportunities and Challenges Conclusion and Recommendations

Chin State at a Glance Area - 13907 square mile Population − about (500, 000) Rural population − about (80)% Ethnic − (53) District (3) Township (9) Electricity availability − 14. 37 % Capital city − Hakha

Chin State at a Glance The Land of Biodiversity and the untouched western side of Myanmar, also known as Chin Hills Renowned for its mountainous terrain, unique culture, handicrafts and warm hospitality A perfect place for trekking and hiking in nature, discover tribes

Foreign Tourist Arrivals in Figures Destinations Yangon Arrivals 2017 2018 1146069 1158747 Mandalay 483784 492097 Bagan 300441 250217 Inlay 225224 166251 Tanintharyi 67647 67501 Ngapali 50496 37057 Kayin State 27675 19604 Kayah State 8975 10200 Kachin State 5232 5255 Chin State 2483 2364

Attractions (Natural Attractions) Natma Taung National Park (formerly known as Mount Victoria) Rih Lake (located between Chin Mountain Range and Indian Mountain Range) Bungtla Waterfall (one of the scenic natural wonders of Chin Hills)

Mount Kennedy Buannel (Len nupa) Mountain Valley Rih Lake Mount Zing Hmuh Bong Ta La Waterfall Kimo Mountain

Flora and Endemic Species White Brown Nuthatch Rhododendrons Ding Di Floral Calotes Chinnollium

Lifestyles

Uu pu M’kang Dai Yah (Ng’raa) Mun Yin Duu (Dai)

Beauty of Tattooed Face Bamboo Dance Playing Flute with Nose Dancing with Knife

Traditional Costumes and the Beauty of Chin

Traditional Food Meh buh (Soup ) Traditional Millet Wine Sabuti Chicken Salad and a Cup of Millet Wine

Accessibility (How to Get There by Car) Main Itinerary (1) − Kalay –Tai Ngin – Tedim –Rih Main Itinerary (2) − Kalay –Tai Ngin Falam -Hakha Main Itinerary (3) − Kant Kaw –Bong Zong –Hakha Main Itinerary (4) − Bagan –Saw Kanpalet -Mindat –Matupi Main Itinerary (5) − Kyawk Taw – Paletwah

Accessibility (How to Get There by Boat) q q q From Myouk Oo, Rakhine, to Matupi through Lae Myo River Kyawk Taw, Rakhine, to Paletwah through Kalatan river Mone Chaung is also one of the resources using for Tourism R 1 = Manipu R 2 = Chindwin R 3 = Myit Tha R 4 = Kaladan (or ) Kitsapanadi R 5 = Laymyo R 6 = Mone stream

Myanmar-India Border Gate Myanmar – India ( Rih Khaw Dar- Zo Khaw Thar) border gate opened on 8 th August 2018

Accessibility (How to Get There by Flight) Kalay Airport Phalam Airport Planning to Finish in 2020 Nyaung Oo

Accommodation Hotels and Guesthouses in Kanpatlat No Name Room 1 Sky Palace Hotel 27 2 Pan Laypyay Hotel 28 3 Win Unity Resort 44 4 Pine Wood Villa 20 5 Mountain Oasis (Ecolodges) Resort 20 Total 139 Hotels and Guesthouses in Mindat No Name Room 1 Sky Palace Hotel 27 2 Pan Laypyay Hotel 28 Total 55

Administration Launching of New Myanmar Tourism Law on 17 th q September, 2018 The Role of Regional Tourism Executive Committee q § Scrutinizing and issuing permission and license § Leading the implementation of tourism activities in the State § Exploring new destinations

Potential Tourism Ecotourism Nature-based Tourism Adventure Tourism Trekking/ Hiking Culture Tourism Community-based Tourism

Recent Milestone for Tourism Development Chin State Tourism Development Forum in June 2016 in Kampelet 13 - point action plan was developed Further brainstorming is necessary

Opportunities Peaceful and tranquil land Authentic culture and tradition Unique landscape Unexplored destination Rich in tourism resources Abundant biodiversity

Challenges To improve infrastructure (road, electricity, etc. ) Inadequate water supply Limited land area for investors Limited communication (phone, internet) Human resource (local guide) Balancing of development and conservation To develop pragmatic action plans

Recommendations Need to improve with high value and low impact Environmentally friendly, socially and culturally acceptable and economically valuable Encourage entrepreneurs Community-based Tourism is one of the effective tools for local people to enjoy the benefits of tourism Tourism Strategic Policy and Plan are necessary

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