TOURISM Hpa-an has issued an advisory outlin­ing the “Dos and Don’ts” for travellers planning to visit Hpa-an, a destina­tion with a high influx of tourists, to ensure the sustainable beauty of the area.

As Hpa-an has be­come one of the most popular destinations, it requests that visitors practise responsible tourism. This is essential for the sustainable pres­ervation of Kayin State’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and the tradi­tional lifestyles of the local people.

Visitors are advised to keep the environment clean, refrain from lit­tering or damaging the environment, and avoid behaviours that harm natural resources, wild­life, and heritage sites.

Moreover, they are advised to stop using single-use plas­tic bags, support local, nature-based products, and dispose of waste properly. The advisory also emphasizes the importance of respect­ing local culture and customs. As many ar­eas in Kayin State are designated as religious zones, visitors are pro­hibited from consuming alcohol. Additionally, visitors must not enter restricted areas.

According to local sources, interest in Hpa-an remains high among domestic trav­ellers during the rainy season, as the region offers a variety of nat­ural scenic beauty. — MT/ZN