Pyin Oo Lwin Pyin Oo Lwin formerly known as Maymyo, is a highland town in Mandalay Division. In 1896, British military established the city and named Maymyo.( May’s town) . It became the summer capital of British Burma to escape the heat of Yangon. Later, the military government of Burma renamed Pyin Oo Lwin. Sweater
Information about Amarapura About 7 miles toward the north of Mandalay, Amarapura, which is well known as the City of Immortals, is one of the noticeable former cities of Myanmar that worth you a day visit on a Mandalay day trip. When Bodawpaya ascended the throne he founded Amarapura and moved his capital from Innwa.
Information about Ava The name Ava, the most common Western transcription, comes from Awa of former Upper Burmese pronunciation. But, the modern standard Burmese pronunciation is “ Innwa “. The name Innwa literally means “ Mouth of the lake “. Another theory states that Innwa is derived from In-na-wa, meaning “ nine lakes “ in
Sagaing Sagaing is located just 12 miles from Mandalay and can be reached by crossing the long Sagaing Bridge over the Irrawaddy River. The city is a frequent tourist destination for day trips. Many people who visit Mandalay will also make a trip across the Irrawaddy River to the town of Sagaing. It known as
Mingun A trip to Mandalay and Sagaing is not complete without a visit to Mingun. The little town of Mingun is located on the west bank of the Irrawaddy River and is famous for many Buddhist shrines, monasteries, meditation centers and monuments of historical and culture importance. It’s about 7 miles from Mandalay, where it can
Mandalay was the last capital of the third Myanmar Empire. It is located 668 km north from Yangon. Mandalay’s value lies in that it is a repository of late Myanmar history. Mandalay embodies all the elements of Myanmar’s ancient educational, social and cultural system. Mandalay is the home and guardian of the best traditions of
Mawlamyine Mawlamyine (or Moulmein)is the capital of the Mon State in the Union of Myanmar. It is also the third largest city in the country. after Yangon and Mandalay. It has a population of about 240.000. Mawlamyine is an ancient Mon town. The name according to the legend comes from Mot-Mua-Lum. meaning “one eye destroyed”
Overview The capital of Karen (Kayin) State, Hpa An is a picturesque town with a backpacker feel that sits on the eastern bank of the Thanlwin (Salween) river, about 270 kilometres east of Yangon. The setting itself, the surrounding caves and mountains to explore, and the laid back atmosphere are the highlights of the area. Shweyinmyaw Pagoda The Shweyinhmyaw
Golden Rock Kyaikhtiyo pagoda is considered the jewel of the capital of Mon in southern Myanmar. This pagoda is famous for its “Golden Stone” or the Golden Rock. And it is seen as a miracle for Buddhists. You will take 1 hour away from the city of Yangon to come here, “The Golden Rock” is
Bago is a town little visited by tourists located about 90 kilometers North East of Yangon. The town has a long and rich history. It is believed to have been founded by the Mon people in the 6th century during which days the city was known as Pegu. Bago was the capital of the Mon