Entering Civil War Myanmar…Without A Visa (
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- čas přidán 25. 04. 2024
- Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. A place I've always wanted to visit, but has been tragically out of reach for multiple years now. In 2021, the Myanmar military (also known as the Tatmataw) launched a coup against the civilian government, declaring the results of the November 2020 general election invalid and putting in place a one-year state of emergency. Eventually that morphed into a full-scale civil war.
During my travels through Nagaland, in far northeastern India, I learned that there was a border where people pass freely from one country to another. In fact, there were people who had dual citizenship. This was Longwa, and I wanted to see it for myself.
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Native Burmese here, currently living in Myanmar. Surprised to see this video popping out on my fyp; it's honestly tragic to see the ongoing situations occurring there. I live in city, whereas safe from the war, but not entirely. Various types of danger are still on the rise here like never before, abductions, threats, and so on. Citizens each other advised not to stay out late and avoid going sketchy areas. Nothing is completely stable here, yet life is hell. Lack of electricity (esp. during this unbearable weather), economics issues, recent announced mandatory military service, which ultimately caused more people to flee the country. Future is uncertain. Even after all these circumstances, it's still skeptical the amount of time to reconstruct all these ruins. I appreciate every individual out there sacrificing their lives coming to this area, uncovering places that have never been recognised. Wishing your safety out there.
Why add the word Native? Aren't we all native? Karen, Arakan, Shan or Bama.
Just keep it simple 😅
@@zinny999 Apologies, I didn't seem to get to your point. "Native" in my case indicates that I was born here. Also, "Burmese" here refers to a person in Myanmar or in another way, "Myanmar person"? If that seemed to be a mistake, I apologise.
@@asap_fmHello from Florida in the America
@@asap_fmHi. I visited Myanmar in 2016. During that time, the young staff at my hotel were so hopeful about their newly gained democracy and the govt. I am very sad abt the way the military has changed things in recent years. I wish the Myanmar people to have peace & democracy once again. - from your neighbour in ASEAN.
Well the Naga Hills is not Burma... that's why it is safe
Thank You NAGAs for your great hospitality and loving nature towards ever individual , This is why I respect you , I love you .
The 2 months that I spend exploring Nagaland are still best 2 months of my life .
MOI TO APNI BISI MOROM KURI SE , BISI NAGAMESE TO NA JANE BUT ALOP ALOP
😉😉
another Travelin man
❤🙌
Do visit again
Love you bro
Wooh I love you too bro " MOI B APNI KE BISHI MOROM ASE "
For this reason the Indian government has decided to end the visa free movement between India and Myanmar and fence the border completely. But Nagaland and Mizoram States are against it because it will cut the ethnic ties between them. Currently people of same ethnic groups lives in different parts of those hills, some in India some in Myanmar ( brits drew the border ).
The British created borders in many areas fair enough but the local indeginous people could have amended them after they left. Now it's used as an excuse
Even you lack full Knowledge about ethnic people living in those areas. Don't trouble to give knowledge.
Not really, they intervene via international pressure
It doesn't matter if the "same ethnic" backgrounds are separated by a border. i.e usa (hispanic) with mexico; almost all of north, and south america (mexico on down sans the non spanish speaking countries.
@theishingkhuishimray1892 I said that if u read my comment I am British . It's not always our fault we made borders but the indigenous peopled countries could have adjusted or rectified them
every time i watch a sabbatical video, my wanderlust grows. im gonna have to act on it soon
God damn right, was just thinking the same. Keep em coming Tommy
you can wander into these balls
Keep watching them and you won’t
It's time bruv. WanderlustCrossFox.
Hurry your passport, and research All VISA oddities for every country. And... GO, soon you will be old, and regret missing the chance to change your life.
Go go go. The global economy is going full Sc-Fi the next 8 months.
I've been a fan ever since you were in my country Kenya. I've seen so much of the world through you. It's made me realize just how huge and amazing the world truly is, paradoxically it has also made me realize just how small the world has become. Through you I've met amazing people in remote places of the world that i would likely never have seen even through the media and I've been left in awe of how similar yet so different we are. You seem to carry the spirit of the explorers of old who bravely ventured deep into unknown territory with little regard for their own safety, modern day travellers in comparison only visit familiar territory that would never actually excite the spirit of a true explorer.
Hi, druggy1868 which part are you from?
@@chicarteldrug0unor0708 he is obviously some time traveler from 1868 that got stuck in Kenya
@@god6384if God was soo cruel 😅
Sabbatical always goes where tourists don’t go. places we haven't seen.
Go and watch Madventures B-)
Sabbatical is a tourist
@@nnozz1373As opposed to what? What you do?
As opposed to not being a tourist. Thank you kindly for your interest in what I do but I don't put my life out on the internet
@@nnozz1373 You sound super important. Really high up there.🤦♂️
I drop everything when I see a new sabbatical video I’ve even quit a job to watch this ish! Dude you are one of the seven wonders of the world
Damn hope that was a shitty job!
@@SabbaticalTommy it was worth it Tommy! 🙃 keep rockin bro. You are killin it
What I love about Tommy is that he is so genuinely himself. An honest man with integrity. In a time where selling out for success is all too common where people put on a persona or are deceptive it makes me happy to see somebody doing honest work. Great job mr sabbatical
Seeing the way these people live in 2024 is grotesque and foul bk respect for their community
Im so fortunate having been able to visit myanmar during the small window of opportunity. Its an amazing country with amazing people that just want peace..
That's technically racist as they are more divise than that. You can't categorise whole countries that simply. If they all wanted peace there would be peace but many want to grow and sell drugs and many are in rebellion so quit the nonsense. No ethnic group as a whole are peaceful humans are violent
I too visited Myanmar in 2016. Such a great experience. It was like a child awaking to the world . Everyone was so positive about their future.
We yearn for peace because we really haven't had that stability for.over.80 years.
small window?? I first visited Burma in 1988 an have been going back often thru 2019
with over 7 trips between 2014 and 2019
The woman at 13:14 is so cute and respectful, it warms up my heart 🙂 I hope times will get better for these people in the not so long future. Sad how we don't hear anything about that region here in the west.
It really is
As someone from Myanmar, it's both heartening and bittersweet to see outsiders curious about our country, especially during such tumultuous times. The reality of the situation here, post-coup, is incredibly complex and often dangerous. While I appreciate the curiosity and desire to explore, it's essential to acknowledge the gravity of the situation and the suffering that many of our people are enduring. Border areas like Longwa might offer glimpses of cultural exchange, but they also reflect the challenges and tragedies of displacement and conflict. It's a reminder of the resilience and interconnectedness of communities across borders, but also of the urgent need for peace and justice within Myanmar. Thank you for shedding light on this, but let's also keep the focus on supporting those affected and advocating for a better future for all Myanmar citizens.
I hope this gets a lot of views it's a beautiful part of the world beautiful man I wish I could go thank you for letting me live vicariously
Easily the best video you posted
Bro , I caught this one early , your vids are amazing and interesting , thanks for the entertainment , cheers 🍻 .
Duh
The view 8:24 looks stunning....the light coming from the sky to mountain....damn
I love of this guys videos. Unlike the big travel bloggers that make millions of dollars thanks to CZcams, pretend to be “budget travels” Sabbatical is the real deal.
15:14 I stayed in Myanmar for a month last year. Mainly in Yangon but I also visited Bagan and Mandalay. Yes, there are many checkpoints on the roads but people are friendly. I had a military guy that even gave me a free ride back to the hotel in Bagan late in the evening just before the curfew.
It's a beautiful country with very nice people. Yangon and Mandalay felt safe despite the military presence and tourists area allowed to enter. I applied for the evisa in advance and everything was smooth. I recommend you go there as soon as you can because you never know what happens in the future and the country gets closed again or worse.
Nagas are one of the friendliest people I know. Awesome Video Tommy Much love from Mizoram.
Thank you Bro, for exploring the unique places of Nagaland which has lack of development. You are great brother,may God guide in every journey of your life, stay healthy.
Genuinely kind people, reminds me of old times when people still nice to eachother. City people are generally much more rude and selfish.
Love your channel! Thanks for all you do!
Hey! I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and my social anxiety has improved a lot through seeing your interactions with strangers!
Great to hear. Next step is to get out there yourself
It is new year in SE Asia. They were celebrating in Thailand and Cambodia also
Khmer ancestors probably came through Burma thousands of years ago.
New year for the Buddhist only, not the entire SEA.
Another interesting and informative video. Thanks !!
Thank you for all the great videos friend. Keep on traveling 😁
Tommy you truly are a superstar in my book. I worry sometimes about you. Thank you for your presentations.
Much Thanks Sabbatical ~ Much Appreciated for your AmaZing travels & information!👍👍👍☺️
amazing that you found this place. even more amazing that you went to it. thank you for sharing this experience.
Good stuff, Tommy.. very good... thanks for wandering..
Thank you for this amazing video.
man, those nice old beater toyota diesels. i am so jealous!
I think those were Tatas.
The pick up trucks are mostly Mahindra Bolero and the passenger SUVs are Tata Sumo.
Perfect channel to start weekend morning. Thx
Awesome video Tommy. I traveled in Myanmar like a decade ago... got some pics and vids from there. This makes me hope that I'm able to dig up that footage. Some really spectacular places there. Stay safe out there on the road.
Another fascinating video. You give us a window into the lives of everyday people around the world. It’s very compelling and fascinating! Thank you.
omg you really got me at 15:00 when you said you were going deep into Myanmar (illegally). We want you alive Tommy 😄we love your videos
Another excellent episode. Would never see this from any other travel bloggers. Thank you.
I have always been so curious about this corner of India. Thanks for taking us with you.
Been looking forward to this; looks beautiful up there with lovely selfless people.
Tommy, just found out about your channel a few days ago. I love every video I've watched. A lot of other travel vloggers sensationalize and politicize everything, or are completely ignorant to the history of the region they are in. You are nothing like that, and I am so glad to have found this refreshing channel!
Thanks for this. Got in your videos when you went to Japan. ありがとうございます。
Such inspiring philosohpy. Your Sabbatical can change the way we all think. Thank you and you must know that you have inspiration. Can't buy that with paper.
Started watching your channel while visiting Thailand last November, first time leaving the US. Keep it up, i love seeing all tyese people and places awesome bro
this is amazing, the people are so welcoming and kind
Thanks for sharing.. be safe 🙏🙏🙏
I always look forward to your next episode, I have like 5 content creators for youtube that I watch on the weekend when their stuff drops. I love your stuff!
thanks for another adventure, you have shown places that I never knew they existed and I'll never be able to travel,,,as always I await to follow you to the next place.. Peace
Wow! Very interesting.
Thank you, sir.
Sir! Thank you for visited my home town.. Stay safe wherever you are..
These kind of videos is the reason why I'm subscribed
another great video as always bro
This is a must watch video i loved it and i want to see more Thankyou Tommy
I was just considering this exact trip. Ty!
This is a crazy video! Thanks and looking forward to more about Myanmar. You can indeed fly to Yangon and move on from there. You can go up to Mandalay and Inle and Bagan areas no problem.
Good show Tommy !! The Great Explorer !!!
Thanks for sharing ❤
Your videos seem to get riskier and grittier. I pray for your safety, health and shalom peace. Take care mate, and try to take it easy(ier) somewhat.
Nagaland is the safest place in India.
I pray for the people of Myanmar. I have a friend from there and she told me of the wars and her family there. I really enjoy your videos & places you travel. God Bless & thank you for sharing your travel experiences ❤
One of my favourite channel.
Great video, thank you, wait for more savage locations like this one. 💯🙏🏻
Wow Tommy ,i don't know whether you're brave or gud damn crazy,i think you're both & we love 💕 you all the same.
Nuff respect
Bless up💝
Amazing video, always curious about this area but im not sure if i can visit there in my life.
Tommy..always amazing vids..Love you ❤ 🇬🇧
Thanks!
Brother you are braver than me , great video , thanks and be careful
You are brave man. All the best. Take care.
Happy new year! ❤
Love from the Karen People of Burma Sabbatical, stay safe there!
Seeing this pop up made my day!
Another Awesome Adventure Thank You Tommy🙂❤👍
ur the best out of all these utubers love ur character
You actually did it. I might just do the same as you and come on through to Myanmar. Wow.
Yay another sabbatical video
Channel is raw and authentic.
Let's goooo ,Tomy the legend 💪💪
Good to meet pastor.....
Hey,dude bravo, you are brave.hv a good luck.
The sun rays coming down from the clouds are incredibly beautiful at 8:40, wish I was there. What a breathtaking view to go along with it!
I think you dodged a bullet literally and figuratively on this trip. Another great adventure.
What are you talking about?
Idk about the Myanmar side... But over here in nagaland side , nobody will mess with a random traveller. Ofc we have multiple rebel groups but they are not barbaric or desperate enough to rob a random traveller.. I bet my last rupee that if he met a rebel group , they'll welcome him,feed him, entertain him and drop him off wherever he wants to go. Nagaland may be a "rebel state" ... But guess? It's the safest state in India.. the yearly average crime rate is 0.03 % ... The arrested are 100% drug runners 😂😂😂 ..
Very moving. I'm not sure why . Great you are there tho , people show their trust in you right away as well as the chickens and all of village life. Well done Tom . I've actually cheered up now I've made this post.
Very interesting destinations, I wish we could see more of Burma.
Fascinating film Tommy. I've been lucky enough to venture well into Myanmar on four occasions. Two were as a solo bicycle tourist in 2000 and 2016 (even camped in the jungle). More recently travelling by train and road in 2020 and 2023. The Burmese are some of the loveliest people in the world. Genuinely kind and interested in meeting foreigners. I never felt unsafe or in danger (of course I did not go to regions in conflict). Look forward to seeing more of your travels. Thanks!
Is Myanmar open for tourism now? Can we just fly into Yangon walk around and take pics? I was lucky to go there in 2020.
@@WandererNirvana You'll need a visa (unless you're from an exempt country).
www.evisa.moip.gov.mm for full info.
Travel advice from UK is at www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/myanmar or your home country. Some countries such as USA advise "do not travel" for their citizens.
Beautiful..!!
You my man are a guy who really knows your way around SE Asia. I can't believe you did this trip.
Tommy, you are the most excellent traveler on youtube, it's that simple, all the best to you my brother. Peace
Good vlog🎉
Great video, very interesting to see this part of India. I live close to the border with Burma (in Thailand) and hope to someday be allowed to visit again.
Thank you bro; by looking all your videos I'm just like rooming around the world
Beautiful place 😊stay safe out there
Great video. Tough area. R&R next?
We are a proud Naga first but it seem you have not visited Angh place thats between burma and india so sad, and ya under Longwa Angh there are more than 60 villages in myanmar and around 20 village in india we are siblings dont divide as like india burma not only that you can find Naga-self administration region in burma side too they too are proud Naga not Myanmar or india . We are free people . Anyhow we really appreciate you for covering my hometown region mate !
Keep exploring keep learning !!
That is so cool! The feeling of being united beyond country borders.
My favorite CZcamsr tommyyyyyyy! Thank goodness you uploaded my brother from another.
Thanks for these videos man! 👍
Thanks for showing this part of India. I could never think of going there
Such a cool adventure, I love to see places like this that are totally off the beaten path. This is like the opposite of a vacation to Dubai which makes it my kind of travel experience.
I was waiting to see you visit King's place
Pitt-Rivers museum in Oxford U.K has some exhibits from Wa-tribe that Tommy visited which include shrunken heads.Kept as trophies.Great Vlog once again
Tommy is in India in Naga land ..not in China
3:47 why did the chicken cross the road …. Obviously to get to the other side haha😂😂😂 I couldn’t resist
Mingalarbar! Welcome to Myanmar!
They’re big…and made out of brass. Thanks for making us feel like we’re right there with you.
New subscriber from Dimapur, Nagaland
My number one youtuber Tommy