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Mogok · Gemstone & Mineral Hunting
Known as 'Valley of Rubies' the region offers world’s finest pigeon blood rubies alongside jade from Kachin State, sapphire, and spinel. Access is restricted with permits required. Yangon Gems Emporium is the key market. Tourist infrastructure is limited (5/10), daily costs are $100-300 and permits necessary. The region faces political and ethical challenges.
Destination Overview
Known as 'Valley of Rubies' the region offers world’s finest pigeon blood rubies alongside jade from Kachin State, sapphire, and spinel. Access is restricted with permits required. Yangon Gems Emporium is the key market. Tourist infrastructure is limited (5/10), daily costs are $100-300 and permits necessary. The region faces political and ethical challenges.
Trip insights
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- Best season
- None
- Difficulty
- 9
- Region
- Myanmar, Mandalay Region
Location
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