What unexpected encounters and eye-opening experiences did I have in the vibrant city of Yangon, Myanmar? From the awe-inspiring 99-metre Shwedagon Pagoda, believed to enshrine sacred relics, to an impromptu cultural exchange with locals at a skateboard park, my journey was filled with moments that challenged assumptions and left a lasting impact on me. But what other hidden gems and transformative encounters lie undiscovered in this city, waiting to be explored?