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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Dali to Bagan?
The direct drive from Dali to Bagan is 633 mi (1,018 km), and should have a drive time of 12 hrs 53 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Dali to Bagan, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Mandalay, as well as top places to visit like Dagunguo Restaurant and Moli Tropical Rain Forest Scenic Area, or the ever-popular Tengchong Volcanic Geothermal National Geological Park.
Mandalay, a city in northern Myanmar, was once the royal capital and is located on the Irrawaddy River. The restored Mandalay Palace from the Konbaung Dynasty stands at its center, surrounded by a moat. Mandalay Hill offers panoramic views of the city and can be reached via a covered stairway. At its base lies the Kuthodaw Pagoda, home to hundreds of Buddhist-scripture-inscribed marble slabs.
Most popular city on this route
6 minutes off the main route, 78% of way to Bagan
Best stops along Dali to Bagan drive
The top stops along the way from Dali to Bagan (with short detours) are Mandalay Hill, Shwenandaw Buddhist Temple, and National Kandawgyi Gardens. Other popular stops include Kuthodaw Pagoda, Bagaya Monastery, and Phowintaung Cave Complex (ဖိုလ်ဝင်တောင်).
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Tengchong Volcanic Geothermal National Geological Park
It is a beautiful place to see the view of the mountain top, and the view below
E HUEY — Google review
It is good place to refresh. Not that high and there is an activity like riding horse and take balloon for sightseeing. Quite good place for family trip!
Eileen Kim — Google review
One of the worst attraction sites I've been to. What a waste of money. There's nothing to see here with a museum filled with information you can Google
PAUL XIAOPU WANG — Google review
Amazing place
Takchung Hung — Google review
Not enough staff members falling, just one
Iosef Koroc — Google review
(Translated by Google) Tengchong has a well-preserved group of dormant volcanoes. After the hot air balloon takes off, you can see the most typical truncated cone-shaped volcano, covered with forests and very beautiful with blue sky and white clouds.
However, the development of the entire scenic area feels very sloppy, and the setting of trails and supporting facilities are very sloppy.
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腾冲有保存完好的休眠火山群,热气球升空后能看到最典型的截顶圆锥状火山,覆盖着森林,配着蓝天白云非常漂亮。
但整个景区的开发感觉很潦草,步道的设置和配套设施都很潦草
潘真珠 — Google review
Good exercise up the craters ( Big crater 大空山 and Small crater 小空山) and for a bird's eye view of Tengchong.
Cher Yam — Google review
(Translated by Google) Tengchong is rich in geothermal resources. It is not only one of the four major volcanic groups in China, but also one of the three major geothermal scenic spots in China. There are 97 volcanoes and more than 80 hot gas fountains in the Tengchong Volcano National Geological Park, including craters and volcanoes. There are 25 volcanoes with well-preserved cone and other volcano types. Due to the craters formed by volcanic eruptions, most of the mountains in Tengchong have no heads. Therefore, there is an interesting proverb: "There is such a thing as Tengyue Prefecture, and nine out of ten mountains have no heads."
The Tengchong volcano group was formed by the collision of the Indian plate and the Eurasian plate between 3.4 million and 10,000 years ago. It is 90 kilometers long from north to south and 40 kilometers wide from east to west. It is the most concentrated, spectacular and youngest volcanic geothermal field in China. Area, can be divided into different shapes such as truncated cone, shield, dome, pyramid, etc. There is a volcano geological museum at the entrance of Tengchong Volcano National Geopark, which explains in detail all types of volcanoes and the origin and characteristics of Tengchong Volcano. It also collects volcanic bombs, scoria, volcanic breccia, pumice and other pyroclastic rocks of different shapes. As an exhibit, visitors can appreciate the wonderful products of nature up close.
The main ornamental volcanoes in Tengchong Volcano National Geopark include Dakong Mountain, Xiaokong Mountain, Heikong Mountain, Chengzilou Volcano, etc.; there are also Heiyu River formed due to volcanism, columnar joints, landscapes formed by lava structures, and lava cavities, Special geographical structures such as lava collapse and lava flow. Visitors also have the opportunity to pick up volcanic stones in gray, red, black and other colors near the crater. Because the volcanic stones are very light and will not sink when thrown into the water, they are also called "pumice stones" and even children can lift them casually. Pick up a big piece, here, everyone is a strong man.
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騰衝擁有豐富的地熱資源,不但是中國4大火山群之一,也列入中國3大地熱風景區,騰衝火山國家地質公園內共擁有97座火山、80多個熱氣噴泉,其中有火山口與火山錐等火山型態保存完整的火山共有25座;由於火山噴發形成火山口,騰衝大多的山都沒有頭,故有「好個騰越州,十山九無頭」這樣一句有趣俗諺。
騰衝火山群是在距今340萬年到1萬年前由印度板塊與歐亞板塊飄移撞擊而成,南北長90公里,東西寬40公里,是中國最集中、壯觀、也最年輕的火山地熱區,可分為截頂圓錐狀、盾片狀、穹窿狀、金字塔狀等不同形狀。騰衝火山國家地質公園的入口處有一座火山地質博物館,詳盡解說所有火山種類及騰衝火山的起源與特徵等,並收藏形狀各異的火山彈、火山渣、火山角礫、浮石等火山碎屑岩作為展示品,讓遊客能貼近欣賞大自然的奇妙產物。
騰衝火山國家地質公園內主要的觀賞火山有大空山、小空山、黑空山、城子樓火山等;也有因火山作用而形成的黑魚河、柱狀節理、由熔岩構造而形成的景觀還有熔岩空洞、熔岩塌陷、熔岩流動等特殊地理結構。遊客也有機會在火山口附近撿到灰、紅、黑等顏色的火山石,由於火山石非常輕,丟進水中也不會沉下去,因此又稱「浮石」,即使是小孩都能隨便舉起一大塊,在這裡,人人都是大力士。
Not far away from Myanmar border and you can see the very good preserved rain forest.
toe phyo — Google review
Good
kokolay yangon — Google review
Great place.
Zarni Aung — Google review
(Translated by Google) Mori Waterfall, also known as Zhaduo Waterfall, is located in the Mori Gorge at the junction of Mangshi, Longchuan and Ruili counties. It is hidden between Guangnong Mountain and Guangma Mountain, which are surrounded by mountains, towering trees and twin peaks. deep in the tropical rainforest. The clear spring water pours down from the 60-meter-high cliff. There is a scene of "the water is folded like cotton, and the flowers scatter without a bow", like a huge piece of white silk flying in the wind in the air, with snow and clouds billowing between the peaks and cliffs. , there is thunder, and hot springs gush out from under the waterfall. The scenery is very strange.
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莫裏瀑布又稱紮朵瀑布,位於芒市、隴川、瑞麗三縣市結合部的莫裏峽谷,藏於山巒疊翠、萬木崢嶸、雙峰對峙的廣弄山和廣馬山之間的熱帶雨林深處。清澈的泉水從60米高的懸崖陡壁傾瀉而下,有“疊水如棉,不用弓彈花自散”的景象,似一匹巨幅白綢在空中迎風飛舞,高峰懸崖間雪飛雲湧,響聲雷鳴,瀑布下又有溫泉湧出,景觀十分奇特。
周義雄 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Mori Tropical Rainforest Scenic Area is located more than 20 kilometers northeast of Ruili City, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Region. It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a tourist resort integrating tropical rainforest, religious holy sites, and leisure vacations. The forest coverage rate in the scenic area is more than 96%, with towering ancient trees and gurgling water. The landscape includes big green trees, big Buddhist temples, Buddha footprints, waterfalls, etc. The Mori Falls is more than 60 meters high and looks like white silk falling from the air with a loud sound. In the forest, ancient trees cover the sky and the sun, including big-leaved banyan tree, small-leaved banyan tree, tall banyan tree, aesculus, tree ferns, century-old vines and other plants.
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莫里热带雨林风景区位于德宏傣族景颇族自治区瑞丽市东北20余公里处,国家AAAA级旅游景区,是集热带雨林、宗教圣地、休闲度假为一体的旅游度假区 。景区内森林覆盖率96%以上,古树参天,流水潺潺,景观有大青树、大佛寺、佛脚印、瀑布等。其莫里瀑布高60余米,似白绸从空中飞泄而下,响声震天。森林中,古树遮天蔽日,有大叶榕、细叶榕、高榕、七叶莲、树蕨、百年古藤等植物。
Ly Llmp — Google review
(Translated by Google) Betel nut and betel nut trading
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မင်းခန့် ကွမ်းယာ နှင့် ကွမ်းပစ္စည်ရောင်းဝယ်ရေး
Moe Sat — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very good, more primitive than the tropical rainforest in Xishuangbanna
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很不错 比西双版纳的热带雨林还要原始
maginc79 Ma — Google review
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China, Yunnan, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, Ruili, 莫温段, 瑞丽302国道扎朵热带雨林风景区, 邮政编码: 678600
The Ruili Single Tree Scenic Area can be found in Mangling Village, Jiele Township, Dehong Dai Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture. Its main attraction is a 36-meter tall banyan tree with numerous roots and a thick trunk that can accommodate several people hugging it at once. The tree has been around for hundreds of years and covers an area of nearly 5 acres. It remains green throughout the year, providing much-needed shade from the sun.
I am interested in Borders because I am living in border city JAMMU, J&K, INDIA.
Karan Gupta — Google review
3 dollars for entry and you can rest in the way to ruili
Tom Qin — Google review
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(Translated by Google) Ruili Single Tree Forest Scenic Area is located in Manlingzhai, Jiele Township, Ruili City, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture. The main attraction of the scenic area is a 36-meter-high banyan tree. The big banyan tree has dozens of roots and the trunk is very thick, nearly ten meters tall. Talents can embrace each other. This large banyan tree is hundreds of years old, has luxuriant branches and leaves, is evergreen all year round, blocks out the sky and the sun, and covers an area of nearly 5 acres, forming a unique landscape.
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瑞丽独树成林景区位于德宏傣族景颇族自治州瑞丽市姐勒乡芒令寨,景区主要景点是一棵36米高的大榕树,该大榕树共有数十个根,主干十分粗大,接近十人才能合抱,该大榕树树龄达数百年,枝繁叶茂,四季常青,遮天蔽日,覆盖面积接近5亩,形成独特的景观。
Ly Llmp — Google review
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China, Yunnan, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, Ruili, 320国道, 勐卯镇芒令村, 邮政编码: 678601
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Lashio Hot Spring
Nature & Parks
Hot Springs & Geysers
3.5
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Lashio, Myanmar (Burma)
I'll never travel to Bagan without this trip planner again
My friend and I joined MAO for 5 days and we had the most incredible, unforgettable experience. We communicated with Byron a few months before our trip as we worked together to design our 5 day itinerary that catered to our needs. He was very detailed and even informed us on other excursions and transportation logistics around Myanmar. MAO is fuelled by the passion to invest back in the local communities of Shan state in Lashio and venturing into places filled with nature and peace. All the areas we visited were safe as they were carefully chosen based on their predictability and political stability. We did river treks, hiking, motorbiking (we rode on the back of Byron's and Alexs bike), waterfall jumping, caves, and stand up paddle boarding. Although some parts are a little bit challenging, the guides will look out for you every step of the way and offer a steady hand. We were always kept well fed during the day with delicious snacks (eg. killer homemade banana bread and granola!). The village overnight stays were the highlight of my trip. I was able to experience the hospitality and warmth of the local people as they cooked amazing breakfast and dinners for us with fresh ingredients from their garden and opened up their homes for us to sleep in. Being able to see how they live and drinking tea with them around the fire while hearing their stories led me to realize the importance of MAO's vision and mission statement. I highly recommend partnering with MAO if you want to explore, be adventurous, understand the local communities a bit better, and see jaw dropping views. I guarantee you will gain nothing short of a positive experience if you are in filled with wanderlust. I will definitely be back to visit!
Jamie — Google review
This has got to be one of the most amazing experiences that I've ever had in my life. Lashio is just an amazing place to explore and myanmar adventure outfitters is the place to go if you would like to explore places that are Off The Beaten Path. It was an amazing 5 days that we spent with this group the first two days were doing a interesting hike and a river trek which had just the perfect amount of adventure. The next three days was spent doing stand up paddle boarding, a few different treks, riding on the back of motorcycles, exploring some amazing waterfalls and staying at some villages. I think it's the part where you stay at a village and experience what it's like to live there with those different tribes really makes the trip. Really wanted thank Byron and Alex for being amazing guides on the trip and this company is so awesome so I highly recommend that you use them if you want to explore an epic area of Myanmar.
Mel A — Google review
Awesome!
Had an amazing time touring around on motorbikes for the past 3 days with MAO. Alex was a great guide, very knowledgeable of the area, safety conscious and a lot of fun.
Would also like to say a big thank you to the whole team at MAO for being so great, from the booking process, organizing my bus ticket out of Lashio and cooking a pizza for when we returned!
I will be back for sure!
Highly recommended!!
Matthew Thomas Barbour (Tom) — Google review
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No. 2, Kwa Nyo Rd, Quarter 2, Lashio, Myanmar (Burma)
Really enjoyed my time here. Took the train up and my guide met me at the train station. Was worried i was going to be in the sleepy town for too long but ended up staying longer to see more things..Did the cultural tour and riverboat tour first day. Next 2 days we went hiking in the nearby hills and stayed overnight at a local village. Lastly, the TNT guys do a really unique thing called "Plant A Memory." Such an amazing experience. What a hike! DEFINITELY USE THESE GUYS!
Gudder Gustavansen — Google review
I had an epic trekking experience with the North Trek and highly recommend to use them as your guides to trek around Norther Shan State. The guide is well trained and experienced with the routes and jungle.
Mr. Bike, the corporate office of Hsipaw Trekking, deserves nothing but praise and admiration. Instead of opting for a typical tour, they organize unique homestays in the mountains where volunteers can exchange their efforts for all-inclusive meals. Engaging in daily English teaching with the village children is an incredibly rewarding experience that leaves a lasting impact on both sides. The locals' kindness and warm hospitality are truly unmatched.
Very well organized 3 days trekking with very knowledgeable guide Mai. Great route with beautiful landscapes and local experience when staying in typical small villages with the local families. The food is delicious too! I can definitely recommend booking the tour with Mr Bike.
Aleksandra J. — Google review
I cannot say enough nice kind things about Mr. Bike. Rather than doing a traditional excursion, Mr. Bike helped arrange a homestay in the mountains with all meals included in exchange for my volunteer efforts. I spent five hours per day teaching the children of the village english. The kids were beyond enthusiastic and eager to learn, the locals were as sweet as they come, and the hospitality was unmistakably welcoming. During my short time, it was amazing to see the impact a few days had on the children. If anyone has some time to spare, this would be a great way to give back to the community. I highly, highly recommend Mr. Bike for everything.
This was truly an experience of a lifetime. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
Kaelyn Korte — Google review
I've been trying to find a company for a three days / 2 night trekking, but it wasn't available on my selected dates. After asking around a lot in Hsipaw, I decided to join Mr. Bikes two days / one night trekking. From all the agencies he seemed to me as the best option. The guide talked a good English and provided lots of information about Myanmar and the Shan state especially. The quality of the food was amazing! And the tree house, gorgeous!!
Tim Liebisch — Google review
Very good experience walking in the mountains, and visiting Palaung village, the guide Saifa, was really friendly and he has a lot of knowledge so you can ask everything you want. Was absolutely safe we didn't see any danger in any moment.
Jorge Vega Gonzalo — Google review
Did a 2 day trekking +overnight stay with Me Bike. Amazing experience, the service and the reply time to our email/text was impeccable, the guide was young but available funny and very knowledgeable about the story, culture and flora of the area. The home stay was traditional and everyone was very welcoming. True village experience. Relaxed atmosphere, the trek was done according to our needs and adapted to what we wanted to do. The price is cheap and includes all meals (four meals and snacks andplus happy hour time) water and stay overnight, we had to pay just for a few beers and Cokes that we wanted to buy.... Choose Mr bike if you are looking for an authentic experience!
elisa duse — Google review
Amazing trekking experience with fantastic views and a night stay in a treehouse. The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable and the food was incredible. Mr bike supports the village school with your payment which is nice to know you are contributing to the local community. 100% book with Mr Bike he’s such a nice guy! (He can also arrange travel around Myanmar)
Zoe Iddon — Google review
Great trekking experience with our guide Jack, his English was faultless. The trek was very humid this time of year but the tree house and tubing made it all worth it. I'd recommend you only take with you a towel, swimsuit, mosquito spray, sun lotion, 2 t-shirts, sweatpants and any electronics you may need. The price was very good for everything that is provided. You even get a free t-shirt when the trek is complete with a photograph of the group on the front. 5*
billyroke — Google review
We did the 2 day treehouse jungle trek. We were in a group of 8 people and had 1 guide which was in our opinion not enough since he was not able to explain things to everyone. Also the first day you hike a lot of uphill so the group really spreads which could be very dangerous. Also the second day (almost only downhill) me and my friend got lost for more than half an hour! We started to scream and eventually our guide heard us. Luckily.
Nevertheless, the treehouses were very nice! We stayed in the highest one which has the best view! We saw an amazing sunrise! But be aware of huge spiders..
the food was also really nice. Usually you got rice with some different veggies, meat and eggs.
I also have to thank Mr. Bike that it was possible to do the trek one day later since I got sick the night before we were supposed to leave. Thank you!
Ko Pee Travel & Trekking Tours in Hsipaw offers authentic and immersive experiences with hill tribes in the surrounding mountains. The treks are known for their authenticity, providing visitors with a genuine glimpse into the local culture. With options ranging from single-day visits to multi-day treks, travelers can explore outlying villages and enjoy stunning mountain views, jungle landscapes, and encounters with friendly locals.
Great trek!
Completed a 2D 1N trek with our guide Han. This trek is not for the faint hearted! It was a tough one and boy, Han walks fast! He does wait for you though. He was very knowledgeable about the Shan culture, villages and surrounding nature. His English was spot on as he studied English through school. The trek is a mixture of mountain views, jungle and dry landscapes with massive hills going up and down the mountain. The food was simple yet delicious (rice and multiple veggie dishes eg. Potatoes, cabbage, aubergine etc)
Steph Si — Google review
Authentic overnight village home stay mountain trek
Sai Kyawminyu — Google review
Great trek with Pyu as guide. He knew a lot about about plants. He could also answer all the questions we had.
We didn't get a lot of informations before we left so it was a bit difficult to prepare.
We met local people and slept in a mountain village.
Tobias Löpfe — Google review
We had a 2n/3d trek and enjoyed it immensely!! I think it was the best way to encounter and learn about Myanmar culture. Our guide explained a lot in perfect English, we hiked through beautiful mountains, slept in lovely villages and had amazing vegetarian food. Thanks so much, i would always do it again! ( we were 6 people and payed 65 000 each)
And we felt safe and well cared for the whole time.
Maximilian Nadler — Google review
We took a 2D1N Tour with Ko Pee. Our guide, Phyo (pronounced Pew) was the best guide I ever had. He's studying English at Uni, so his English was really good. He told us a lot about the cultur and people living in the villages. All people we met on the trek were sooo nice, especially the owner of the homestay. It really is good staying at a local family and thus supporting a local community instead of staying at a tree house.
Emily Ehlert — Google review
We took a two days tour with this agency and I'm not really sure if we can recommend it. I asked several times, to make sure, that we will get a guide fluently speaking English and eager to explain us things and introduce into the culture of mountain tribes. I've been ensured that we will get a good guide, able to make this tour interesting. Well...if you walk two days in the almost flat terrain, what makes the tour interesting is the guide and his stories. Unfortunately, that wasn't in our case. Our guide was very kind but he hardly could compose a sentence in English, so we get VERY LITTLE information about what we see, people we meet. He also didn't pay attention to the group, if everyone is following him, if everyone is ok. In case of injury, I'm not sure he would even notice.
The place we stayed overnight was very nice, all the way the food we get was excellent, people were kind and welcoming. We also get a snacks from our guide.
It was just fine, bit boring, I was expecting to learn a way more as I do not need guide just to follow him on the easy path...
Sonia B. — Google review
(Translated by Google) I arrived at the end of the day in Hsipaw and went to the office to book a day trek.
I wanted a tailor-made itinerary, a long day of trekking.
We agreed on an itinerary but the guide needed to make a few phone calls regarding the price.
A few minutes later, we agree via messenger on the tour and the price. He also explains to me that it will be a friend of his who will do the tour.
The next day when I arrived at the start of the trek, my guide for the day whom I had just met took stock of the trek with me.
The transfer planned at the end of the hike was no longer covered, I had to pay.
We made a call to the guide with whom I had been in contact the day before and after 5 minutes of discussion to try to understand, he got angry, insulted me... So much so that the guide on site took the phone from me to hang up...
I am also a guide in France, I would never allow myself to speak like this to a client.
Too bad because the trek itself was really fun, passing through the plantations, in the jungle, visiting several villages and even a school, excellent lunch and great guide for the day which had to be made up despite the gloomy atmosphere at the start morning.
Fortunately the guide apologized afterwards. I also appreciated it.
TO SUMMARY: Agree on the price and the services included, even if it means writing them down.
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Je suis arrivé en fin de journée sur Hsipaw et je me suis rendu a l'office pour réserver un trek d'une journée.
Je voulais un itinéraire a la carte, une longue journée de trekking.
On s'est mis d'accord sur un itinéraire mais le guide avait besoin de passer quelques coups de fil par rapport au prix.
Quelques minutes plus tard, on tombe d'accord par messenger sur le tour et le prix. Il m'explique aussi que ce sera un ami à lui qui fera le tour.
Le lendemain en arrivant au départ du trek, mon guide pour la journée que je venais de rencontrer fait le point avec moi sur le trek.
Le transfert prévu en fin de rando n'était plus pris en charge, il fallait que je paye.
On passe un coup de fil au guide avec qui j'avais été contact la veille et après 5 minutes de discution pour essayer de comprendre, il s'énerve, m'insulte... Si bien que le guide sur place me prend le téléphone pour raccrocher...
Je suis aussi guide en France, jamais je ne me permettrait de parler ainsi a un client.
Dommage car le trek en lui même était vraiment chouette, passage dans les plantations, dans la jungle, visite de plusieurs villages et même d'une école, déjeuner excellent et super guide pour la journée qui a du composer malgré l'ambiance morose du début de matinée.
Heureusement le guide s'est excusé par la suite. J'ai d'ailleurs apprécié.
POUR RESUMER : Mettez vous bien d'accord sur le prix et les prestations incluses quitte a les écrires.
After having completed a wonderful journey with Firefly, I felt compulsory to write this review.
I did a half-day boat trip on the Duthawadi River as I didn’t have much time. The river view was amazing, and all of the people we met, including villagers, elders and monks, were so kind and friendly. Although the trip was short, I managed to bring back good memories, not to mention a good conversation with the guide, Mitch, who is very energetic, helpful and knowledgeable of the region.
Thanks to Firefly for giving me such experience.
I wholeheartedly recommend Firefly to all of you who might be looking for a great trekking experience in Hsipaw.
Jatuchatra Chommai — Google review
One of our best expiriences in myanmar. We had mine lay is our guide he was so kind and truely minded to make the trek as enjoyable it could get. The trek was beautiful and the food was so delicious the palang food was amazing, probably the best food we ate in myanmar... you have to try the egg salad and tomato salad. the villages we slept at were less touristic but still so many travellers have been to the villages north of hsipaw that its still a little touristic. The locals were kind and some still interested in meeting us and spend time with a foreigner.
First day: walk to the village you see phankam and a smaller village nearby where you sleep.
Second day: waterfall and walk to tan sam where we slept.
Third day: walk from tan sam to hsipaw
Orin Israely — Google review
I very enjoyed three days trekking trip with guide Mike. The trip was amazing and even exceeded my high expectations. Highlights were the mountain views, flora, jungle, villages and last but not least very delicious local food. I definitely recommend booking a trekking trip with Firefly. Thanks for the hospitality and great experience!
Good service. The rent guy is also a tour guide so he really could give good recommendation on what to do and where to go in town. The guy is also fun to talk with.
Historic steel train trestle spanning 689 m. over Gohtwin Stream, at a height as high as 102 m.
This was definitely a great and much fun adventure the whole train travel and the viaduct as a special moment! Its a massive, 109 meter high structure with a very good engineering effort! Its scary for those who dont like heights, but its definitely not dangerous. These steel legs and structure will stand here for much longer i guess and serve the trains and the travellers.
I travelled on ordinary class just to experience the local way, and it was much fun to meet Myanmar people as the only forigneir on their class haha. I even bought a piece of wood from a street seller which is the basic element of the tigerbalm if you smash it and mix it with water.
The view around the viaduct and the ride is really nice and when you passed - the way from Mandalay i mean - just right after the viaduct, pay attention in the valley, there is a waterfall!!!
Humanizer — Google review
We took the train (first class ticket) from Pyin O Lwin to Hsipaw to cross the Viadukt and I would absolutely recommend it. It was a nice ride! Try some food at the stops or from the ladys who enter the train.. green mangos and fried noodles were yummy :)!
Laura Seybold — Google review
It is literally breathtaking when the train slowly passes the viaduct, which was built over a hundred years ago. The creaky sound and the height definitely bring a thrilling feeling. In order to visit this viaduct, we took a bus to Hsipaw the day before and caught the train from Hsipaw to Pyin Oo Lwin the next morning. Quite lots of work but it’s worth every penny.
Linh Dao — Google review
Historical bridge. It is a pity we can't get a close view or have photo because of blockage to visitors. You pay another 5$ to get past by train or it is not worth to visit.
Pyae Phyo — Google review
A true engineering masterpiece. The Burma Railway was a great feat of modernity.
Astro Spectra — Google review
The Goteik Viaduct is a spectacular railway bridge located in Shan State, Myanmar. The bridge was built in 1901 by the Pennsylvania Steel Company and spans the deep and narrow valley of the Goteik River, providing a vital transportation link between Mandalay and Lashio.
The Goteik Viaduct is a true engineering marvel and is considered one of the world's most impressive railway bridges. The bridge stands at a height of 102 meters (335 feet) and spans a length of 689 meters (2,260 feet), making it the largest trestle in the world at the time of its construction.
Today, the Goteik Viaduct remains a popular tourist attraction and a thrilling experience for visitors to Myanmar. The train journey across the bridge offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, as well as a glimpse into the daily lives of the locals who live in the area.
Despite its age, the Goteik Viaduct is still in use and continues to serve as a vital transportation link between Mandalay and Lashio. The bridge is a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of its builders, and its beauty and historic significance make it a must-visit for anyone traveling to Myanmar.
Rajrishi Dubey — Google review
AMAZING is an understatement for this feat of engineering. For any engineering or railway enthusiast this has to be a MUST DO on your itinerary. It is a very very very very long journey but worth the wait. Make sure you go outside the rainy season as it gets quite dangerous otherwise.
Nikko — Google review
Currently, the train is stopped.
However, the new road to the station and surrounding facilities have been updated and you can see beautiful scenery.
The road on Google Maps cannot be reached because the update is delayed. There is a paved road, so follow the signboard.
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The Maha Nandamu Peik Chin Myaung Cave is a breathtaking natural rock cave housing numerous Buddha statues. At the entrance, two small waterfalls add to its charm, while a larger three-step waterfall lies nearby. It is accessible on foot within five minutes, but caution must be exercised as the entrance and exit are the same. To fully explore this expansive cave, it is advisable to venture deep inside due to its size.
Highly impressive site. Thousands of sculptures in a beautiful cave along a running river. Near it one can visit lovely waterfalls at a short distance - 5 minutes walk.
Ron Frumkin — Google review
Amaging natural rock cave with many statures of buddha. There are two small water falls at the entrace of the cave and another big 3 steps waterfall near the cave. You can get there on foot in 5 minutes. Please beware of that entrance and exit of the cave are the same. So if you cannot walk very far, it's better to walk inside very deep into the cave because it is a vey big cave. Walking paths are very slippery witg bare foot. Foot wears are not allowed to wear as well as carry. They must be left at the entrance.
Aung Si Thu Myo — Google review
A must visit when you're in Pyin Oo Lwin. The cave is not too long and the path is on level ground most of the way but there is a steep set of stairs about half way through. There are countless no of Buddha statues and many stupas of various sizes along the way. Some parts can be a bit slippery and wet, and it gets colder and very humid the further you go. We met many people walking past us and seemed to be in a hurry to reach to the end, but I think they're missing the point. It's worth taking your time to explore and take in the views as you're walking through, and you'll get a better experience out of it.
Len Aye — Google review
Enjoyed swimming in the pool. The waterfall noise refreshes my mind. Love the environment.
Nyan Ko — Google review
Natural cave with little creek flow from inside of the cave, great view and fresh air. Many Buddha statues inside the cave.
San Kyilinn — Google review
Very inyeresting cave with full of Buddha statues inside the cave.But you cannot find it is a untauched natural cave, because new decoration of many Buddha Image inside and many othere religious things may damage natural beauty.
Arakan Indobhasa — Google review
An overall great place to visit. Don't be afraid to get a little wet. While there, Do check out the hidden trail that leads to a larger water fall.
Shurn Heng — Google review
One of the famous cave in Myanmar. Nice cave with beautiful scenes.
The vicinity of East Pin Lein Village, near Pwe Kauk Waterfall, boasts a partially artificial cascade with pristine water. However, the surroundings are marred by an abundance of litter. The area tends to be heavily populated, particularly on weekends when private vehicles can easily reach it. In addition to the waterfall, there are attractions like a rose garden and strawberry farm where visitors can purchase fresh, affordable strawberries.
Nice one
Matthew Maung — Google review
Semi man made waterfall with clear water but trash is numerous around the area, quite crowded esp. weekend dueto easy access by private car , there are rose garden, strawberry farm and also fresh cheap strawberry to buy.
Jajaval Nakhakes — Google review
Silent and peaceful village.
San Lwin — Google review
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4H24+P3C, Lein Village Near Pwe Kauk Water Fall City, Pyin Oo Lwin, Myanmar (Burma)
National Kandawgyi Gardens, also known as Pyin Oo Lwin or Alpine Garden, is a 435-acre botanical garden in Myanmar founded in 1915. The garden was carved out by Turkish prisoners during WWI and features over 480 species of flowers, shrubs, and trees. Modeled after English gardens like Kew, it boasts woods, lakes, and numerous orchids.
Great places to visit for relax. Inside of garden, there is a restaurant know as Bamboo. Bamboo restaurant is a great location to see the scope of garden and many photos shooting area inside. As 16.May.2022 entrance fees is 2000 KS for Adult Myanmar citizen and 5 USD for foreigners.
Soe Gyi — Google review
Lovely place to visit for the weekend with my lovely buddies
Kyaw Thet Paing Oo — Google review
Have many beautiful flowers, widely area and animals. Entrance fee is 5$ for foreigners adult and 3$ for foreigners child.You should not go in the afternoon because u may be tired and hot.
Myo Thiri ko — Google review
The number one thing to see in Pyin Oo Lwin, in my opinion. Tickets are 7,000 mmk as of July 2023. The gardens are extensive and you can easily spend 2-3 hours there. They have buggies that you can pay to drive you around if you have limited time, but I think it's best to roam around by foot.
Nick Thompson — Google review
Pyin Oo Lwins also called as Kandawgyi Gardens, beautiful botanical gardens are Unique in Myanmar ( Burma) 🇲🇲. The garden are very well maintained and very calm and relaxing. Loved this place for meditation and drawing and reading.
Avantika Bade — Google review
What a beautiful national garden!🥰 Very well maintained.
you'll find a fossil museum with petrified trees 🫣 haha these are trees that have be minerallized for over a million years 😱
There's also a butterfly and orchid garden, an aviary, and lots of peaceful resting places for a nice lovely picnic
We happend to see a wedding set up in the middle of the forested area and it's magical. We heard that the bride and groom will be sitting in the horse carriage 💐 here's wishing them a beautiful and everlasting love 💕
Fickle Travellers SG — Google review
Naturally gifted place for local people. Need environmentally wise preservation for next generations to generations. Lovely park and worth to spend the time with fresh air and atmosphere
Chan Myae — Google review
Very nice place, spread across a large area. Lot of trees, shrubs, orchid, and flowers. Very well maintained. Nice aviery too.
Manas Kumar Khag — Google review
A must see paradise.
Beautiful well maintained gardens.
A nice drive on "the road to Mandalay"
Several coffee plantations near by worth checking out.
Jeff Campion — Google review
Very quiet and peaceful place in Pyin Oo Lwin. With the good weather, the scenery with beautiful colorful flowers makes your mood clear and upright.
Min Pyae Maw — Google review
They are celebrating the 15th Flower Festival, and it'll last until 15th January 2023. The entrance fee is 3,000 kyats per person and 500 kyats for cars. They have an enormous parking lot and the staff are attentive and kind. There are lots of flowers and people. You should go there early during this festival and come back early because it's too crowded and it'll be congested on the way back to Mandalay.
Hnin Pwint Thaw Da — Google review
Very nice garden. Beauty flowers. So natural and peaceful place.
Located near a temple, Dat Taw Gyaint Waterfall offers a mysterious and serene atmosphere. This captivating destination features five beautiful waterfalls that one can admire while descending the nearby slope. For first-time visitors, it is advisable to seek the guidance of a local expert. However, foreigners should be prepared to pay around 10,000ks per person for this service. Alternatively, one can opt for a motorcycle taxi from the lower area; although negotiating the fare is essential to avoid excessive charges.
The most amazing waterfall I've seen hands down! We didn't go directly to the big waterfall but instead went off the beaten path and followed the river and enjoyed the 4 stages that lead up to the main waterfall! It's a tricky hiking trail and might not be entirely safe when it has rained recently so do this route at your own risk otherwise it's well worth it. Find our amazing guide (Hton Mon) he was super extra!
Conrad Gaira — Google review
A very nice place to relax by water, to hike and to feel the nature. But not suitable for those who are easy to get tired and exhausted.
Sai Zin Min Htet — Google review
You can go down the long slope from the slope next to the temple.
It is a very mysterious place where you can see 5 waterfalls.
If you are coming here for the first time, I recommend asking for a guide, but if you are a foreigner, you will be asked for about 10,000ks per person.
You can also take a motorcycle taxi from the bottom area. If you do not negotiate the usage fee, you will be required to pay a fairly high price.
However, if you walk normally, there is a slope and it takes about one to one and a half hours.
N HIRO — Google review
Incredibly beautiful waterfall on the way to Pyin Oo Lwin. The waterfall has four distinct steps each beautiful in its own way. They can be visited by trekking through a steep trail along the side of the mountain and takes 2 to 3 hours to complete. Definitely worth a visit. There is also a beautiful monastery inside a cave slightly off the trail.
Pushan Singhamahapatra — Google review
These are four waterfalls in one. Local women will try to walk with you and show you a difficult hiking way. It’s the only way to experience all waterfalls. You will have to pay them a small fee. If not you can try it on your own. Or just go down to the biggest waterfall.
Michael Komlossy — Google review
Very nice waterfalls at different levels and stages. Very steep walk downhill, but very pleasant views along the way.
Ayman Elsheikh — Google review
Beware!!! Thieves, scammers and followers. The waterfall is gorgeous and I would have gave it five stars but I didn’t ask for a guide nor for anyone to follow. Then when asked how much they wanted 20,000 money. Crazy. The average salary makes around 8,000 a whole day. The guy I went with paid 10,000 which was way to high for a three hour walk which is marked out on maps.me. So I had to give 10,000 to not feel bad but surely I don’t think they earned that. Maybe 3,000. They will just follow you and except a tip which I feel is pretty scamming.
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Another person came into Mandalay and told me she got robbed. They took her bag and luckily well they claim they found it the next day after they already searched that day for hours. They stole 50,000 from her. So definitely be aware of all this and let others know.
Epic! Forest Destine WORLD TRAVEL Enthusiast — Google review
We almost didn´t get to do this as my girlfriend read lots of reviews and decided it would be too hard!! After some gentle persuasion.... she decided she would regret not making the effort to see it, as we were in town. We arrived on our moped and parked near the temple in the designated area. There is a family who look after the bikes for a small fee of 200 kyats. There are 4 waterfalls in total but the main path leads to the bottom one which is the most easily accessible. We started our walk down the path and 4 local women started to walk behind us.. they said nothing to us so after a couple of hundred meters, we asked them if they were walking with us to the bottom! They said they were our guides to get to all 4 waterfalls and would take us through the forest to see all 4 waterfalls... we politely declined their services as we wanted to go at our own pace directly to the main waterfall. They accepted with a smile and returned to the top with no fuss.
The track is a mix of concrete and some loose gravel. All very manageable, even the steep bits! We passed a few track side locals selling food and drinks but it is advisable to bring water with you (in case they are not there), not only for the walk down but for the walk back up. We got to the bottom waterfall and it was stunning! Well worth the effort! More locals in flip flops, than tourists!!
The walk back up is a 365 meter elevation gain, but if you take your time, stopping to take in the views and catch your breath it is very doable. This was one of the highlights of visiting this area and people should not be put off by reviews on other sites. From top to bottom including movement at the base of the waterfall, then back up to the top again, our moving time was 1 hour 24 minutes over a total visit time of 2 hours. My girlfriend was so happy to have made the effort and would recommend a visit to this waterfall if you are in Pyin Oo Lwin.
Mike ORiordan — Google review
Worth the climb down. The falls ia really big. There are not much people whe we went there. You can bring swimming clothes as the water is cool and clean. The challenge ia really the climb up. If you are not physically fit it is worth paying the motorcycles to take you back up the mountin
Jan Michael Gomez — Google review
Rent a motorcycle or take a hike to the secluded Anisakan Falls. For me I would use my own legs. A fair way from the city, the site represents a calm oasis where you can enjoy the nature and the silence, interrupted only by the sound of the water rushing down. Take care while walking the path leading to the falls, and wear adequate footwear to protect against the slippery terrain. When you reach the falls, take a moment to soak up the atmosphere. You can even take a dip in the refreshing pool underneath the cascade. Use our Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo) holiday planner to visit Anisakan Falls on your trip to Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo), and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
The local assistances said the under of fall is more than 300'.
Anyone I had really great time at there.
Mandalay Hill is a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site featuring numerous pagodas, monasteries, and stunning panoramic views. While many travelers may only pass through Mandalay to visit the Mahamuni Paya temple with its ancient 13-foot tall Buddha, taking the time to explore beyond the modern areas reveals a diverse collection of mosques, temples, churches, and pagodas along with countless monasteries lining the riverside.
Magnificent panoramic outlook over the surrounding lowlands, especially around the golden hour and under a slightly hazy sky.
Paul De Cauter — Google review
Prachtig maar wel een hele klim (op je blote voeten) in de hitte.
Geweldige ervaring en een prachtig uitzicht over het prachtige Mandalay met al zijn tempels.
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Beautiful but quite a climb (barefoot) in the heat.
Great experience and a beautiful view over the beautiful Mandalay with all its temples.
RJ Torris — Google review
Mandalay Hill is an awe-inspiring site that offers a profound spiritual and panoramic experience. The ascent up the 1,729 steps is rewarded with breathtaking views of Mandalay, the Ayeyarwady River, and the surrounding landscapes. Sunset at Mandalay Hill is particularly enchanting, with the sun casting a warm glow on the golden stupas. It's a place of tranquility, reflection, and stunning vistas, making it a must-visit attraction for travelers exploring Mandalay and seeking a deeper connection with Myanmar's heritage.
Wai Lin Phyo — Google review
Definitely the best place to visit in Mandalay, there are also other attractions like the Place and other pagodas, but considering the spot and the view it's definitely the one that you should visit if in Mandalay. Remember to bring disinfectant tissues to clean your feet after the visit!
Riccardo Tosetto Photography — Google review
I didn't see ever like this beauty hill in my life which is situated in Mandalay in mayanmer it's called Mandalay Hilli Area, most of the visitors are coming here to see natural beauty of mayanmer. it's a central position of mayanmer close to capital city. i like this city because it's natural beauty is no artificial.
Mr. Murshed — Google review
A very beautiful hill that is well worth the visit at night or during sunset. You get a very beautiful view of the city itself. Sunset was also incredibly beautiful.
Wilfred Loy Yong Kang — Google review
From memory, as we were told at the entrance, it is about 1700 steps to the top but this made the climb all the more worthwhile! The view is spectacular right across Mandalay. The cost of entry was tiny although they could have been a little more transparent about it. There are benches at intervals for those that need a rest on the way up and drinks vendors selling water and other drinks. There are other interesting temples to see in the vicinity of Mandalay Hill after you've walked back down. If you want to learn about the country you're visiting, you have to make the effort! We recommend it.
Ewan Kennedy — Google review
LOVED the whole experience - need to be there before sunrise. And climbing the steps up is a major workout 😲.
jill mcleod — Google review
Famous among locals and foreigners. Have to travel in the back of lorry. There are so many bends in this road. You can see whole Mandalay from this location. There is a temple built in the top of the Mandalay Hill. 👍💪👍
Rohan Lekamge — Google review
Spend 40 minutes climbing up stairs and you will be rewarded. The top of the hill boasts an incredible view and is also home to the Su Taung Pyae Pagoda. There are also plenty of temples on your way up the hill, in addition to beautiful adornments and decorations that will catch your eye. Leave around 2 hours for this activity and bring water!
Haley Read — Google review
We were lucky enough to arrive in the city and to be transported right away in this amazing temple. The sunset light was the best thing and all the colours of the walls and decorations irradiated brightness and sparkles. The monks were super nice, they came talking to us (to practice their English as we later discovered), they were curious and kind. Amazing experience :-)
Massimo Perego Meroni — Google review
Very nice place to climb. It takes from 40 minutes to 1 hour approximately depends on you. There are many pagodas on the way and local markets where you can stop. The hike should be done barefoot so be prepared to end with your feet very dirty. The views from the top are very amazing and the atmosphere very good. If you are very tired to return by walk, you can take a local transportation that takes you to the bottom of the hill, the price is 1000 kyats per person.
Kuthodaw Pagoda, an important Buddhist temple and pilgrimage site in Mandalay, is home to the revered Mahamuni Buddha image. Constructed by King Mingdon in the late 19th century, this complex boasts 729 shrines containing marble slabs inscribed with the complete text of the Tripitaka, making it the world's largest book.
There are many inscriptions around the pagoda area that was inscribed of Buddha sermons and doctrines called Three Tipitakha as Pali .
Moreover you can see extremely old star-flower trees in there .
It is one of the peaceful place of Mandalay city . May I cordially invite you to pay a visit for world's largest books. That place is so close with North-east part of ancient palace wall.
aung soe moe — Google review
Definitely this is a must-visit place in Mandalay. This is the largest book in the world ❤️🙏
Prayuth Wongsuwan PPP — Google review
One of the photogenic place in Mandalay
San Kyilinn — Google review
This is the best place. The world largest book, the three scriptures of Buddha were inscribed on 729 marble slab. This one is Kuthodaw Pagoda at the foot of Mandalay Hill.
Han Linn Thaw — Google review
Good for making merit and photo. More than 700 marble slabs in little white stupas surrounding attracts lots of tourist.
Kongkiat S — Google review
One of my favorite Pagodas around Mandalay. I’m drawn by the history behind the Tripiṭaka tablets which are also known to be the one of the world’s largest books containing729 kyauksa gu or stone-inscription caves. This place is picturesque, so make sure you to snap a few photos after appreciating the Burmese culture and learning about their history.
Happyness Karabo Raselabe — Google review
The pagoda is under maintenance (repaint), but it's beautiful, free entrance ticket!
Ho Ngoc Tin — Google review
Buddhist Scriptures stones present hight respect of the king to Buddhism.
Rawadee Kumlert — Google review
Amazing historical landmark 👍
Its name translated literally means Royal Merit. It contains 729 tone-inscription caves, each containing a marble slab inscribed on both sides with a page of text from the entire book in Buddhist text.
You will find a magnificent tree with the compounds. Truly amazing!
Just remember that it's a space of prayer so you are required to dress modestly and remove your shoes.
Ladies, no shorts or mini skirts! ⚠️
Fickle Travellers SG — Google review
Kuthodaw Pagoda is an awe-inspiring site in Mandalay, Myanmar. The "World's Largest Book" stands tall with its 729 marble slabs inscribed with Buddhist scriptures. Walking through this serene complex, one is immersed in history and spirituality. The intricate architecture and the peaceful atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Mandalay.
Wai Lin Phyo — Google review
Beautiful pagoda with an interesting history. The Buddhist scriptures in each of its many stupas were once etched with gold and gemstones, but the British looted this all when they came through. It is still a beautiful place. Some rows of stupas are better maintained than others. The marble floor tiles help keep one's feet cool while the sun blazes, as do some leafy trees.
Women who enter can borrow a longyi for free at the entrance. There is no entrance fee for tourists.
Joseph — Google review
Kuthotaw Pagoda is an amazing place. King Mindon had built the pagoda as part of the traditional foundations of the new royal city, Mandalay in 1857. He convened and lead the Fifth Buddhist Synod in 1871. The king wanted to leave a great work of merit by having the Tipitaka set in stone for posterity. The construction began in 1860 and the inscriptions were opened to the public on 4th May 1868. They were arranged in neat rows within three enclosures, 42 in the first, 168 in the middle and 519 in the third. One more stands at the southeast corner of the first enclosure making it 730, and this stone records how it all came into being. Thirty four brick rest houses (Zayats) stood all around except on the east side of the pagoda.
Ko Nyunt — Google review
Very neat set of small white buildings, each with a stone "page" of the largest book in the world inside. You have to walk from building to building to read it. The buildings themselves are very cool to look at even if you can't read Myanmar because there are so many of them.
Shwenandaw Monastery, also known as the Golden Palace Monastery, is a 19th-century Buddhist temple located in Mandalay that was once part of the royal palace at Amarapura. The monastery features intricate teak carvings throughout its roof and walls depicting stories from Buddhist mythology. Originally built as a royal apartment by King Mindon, it was moved to its current location by his son King Thibaw after his father's death.
The most masterpiece of Myanmar art during the reign of the Burmese monarchy🇲🇲.If you are visiting Myanmar, you should go there.
David Kaung — Google review
A temple made entirely of wood. It's worth visiting for 30 minutes, especially when paired along with nearby Kuthodaw. Tickets are 10,000 mmk, but can be used at other cultural zones also.
The Sandamuni Pagoda is a well-known Buddhist temple situated on a hilltop in Mandalay city. It features a grand gilded pagoda surrounded by numerous smaller towers and attracts thousands of colorfully dressed worshippers every day. The temple's main attraction is Mahamuni, a 13ft-tall seated Buddha image that's believed to be around 2000 years old and covered with a 6in layer of pure gold except for his polished face.
Beautiful site with countless pagodas. It’s free to walk in but you can also leave a donation if you wish to. I would recommend visiting early in the morning or late afternoon before sunset to avoid the heat.
Toilets are available outside the complex, a short 2 minute on the right hand side of the main gate. There are also plenty of food stalls at the exit.
There is enough place to park a car outside.
Ray Deg — Google review
It is a beautiful pagoda which is covered with thousands of pagodas ! Actually the main golden pagoda is surrounded with 1700 of white little little pagados and it is a beautifull sight !! You will also get a areal view of this pagodas from mandalay hill !! And it is must visit
Travellers Path By Nestor P Simon — Google review
This is similar to the nearby Kuthodaw pagoda because of the large number of whitewashed ancillary stupas, also each containing a tablet of scriptures - 1774 in total! Each slab measuring 1.68 meters tall and 1.07 meters wide! Wow. The pagoda houses the largest iron Buddha image in Burma, named the Sandamani image, cast in 1802 from of almost 41,000 pounds of iron, it is now covered with a layer of gold.
Its difficult to get a true perspective of the number and e extent of these buildings. Aerial photos or Google Maps view helps.
Vincent Oliver — Google review
Beautiful pagoda located near the northeast corner of the Golden Palace at Mandalay. It is known for its multitude of white stupas that give it a very unique look. It was built in the late 19th century as a memorial to a young prince who was assasinated during a rebellion.
Pushan Singhamahapatra — Google review
One of my most favourite Payas in Mandalay. Much quieter than alot of others. Beautiful to photograph at all times of the day and many quiet places to pray.
Katie Harvey — Google review
A sea of whitewashed stupas sets Sandamuni Pagoda apart from the thousand other pagodas that you will likely visit in Mandalay. If you take your time to observe the architecture, you will be rewarded with intricate details, linear perspectives and geometric patterns. A favorite place for marriage pictures, the brightly colored clothes of brides-to-be will contrast with the stark whiteness of the pagodas. Monks in saffron robes compete for your attention. During the visit, I did not mind being barefoot because I felt like I was floating on a magic carpet.
Georges Younes — Google review
We checked this temple out on our walk back from the top of Mandalay hill at Sunrise. Was well worth the visit. We were here mid morning and it wasn't crowded and not to Hot.
Chris Abbott — Google review
This is actually a better sightseeing experience than Mandalay Hill due to the fact it sees far less visitors. Not much shade around the large central stupa, so go earlier in the day to beat the heat.
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I'll never travel to Bagan without this trip planner again
Mandalay Palace, the final royal residence constructed by the Burmese monarchy over a century ago, boasts an array of historic structures such as a clock tower, throne room, mausoleums and more. Positioned to the northeast corner of Mandalay Royal Palace is Mandalay Hill, which stands at an elevation of 236.5m above sea level and is flanked by nine satellite hills including Shwe Taung (The Golden Hill) and Ngwe Taung (The Silver Hill).
The Pagoda မင်းကွန်းပုထိုး was a massive Buddhist shrine initiated in the 1790s, but unfortunately never finished. Despite its incomplete state, it remains an impressive sight and a popular stop on boat trips. However, after being struck by an earthquake in 2016, climbing to the top of the ancient structure is no longer allowed.
Awesome sight to behold! Such an enormous and impressive temple structure, shame it was unfinished. Excellent temple ruins that’s well worth the hour boat ride from Mandalay. The scale is hard to understand until you stand right next to it! Top sight.
Keen Poon — Google review
Historical and Religious Place.
And also incomplete Pagoda.
One of the famous religious place and tour attraction area of Myanmar.
Local kids are smart in Photo taking. Their skill is amazing.
Lat Aung App Pon Tone — Google review
After earthquaked on 2016, no more allow to climb top of the ancient building. It's mean really upset and there is very annoying business people around its premise for sure they will make you double annoying.
If you were there you can see and feel the ancient architect and the some of nature.
Big Sammy — Google review
Nice place to visit and should be combined with a visit to other sites in Mingun. In the past, it was possible to climb on top but they have now stopped it (there's a gate about halfway through the stairs to the top) due to some incidents in the past. There isn't much in the interior to see.
Patrick Hanna — Google review
It is historic landmark of upper Myanmar with strong background history. Very attractive tourist destination where you must visit during your stay in Myanmar.
Moe Zaw — Google review
It needs 10 mins and it’s right on the road, somehow really crowded, but the external view is worth a stop! Mammoth structure, leaves in awe and if you climb the top, the view of the sandy river beaches is beautiful! No tickets required here, just take off your shoes and climb up.
Shubham Singhal — Google review
This massive structure is really worth a visit. Actually there are quite lots of things to see in Min Kun Area. We spent the morning visiting Sat Taw Yar Pagoda, Min Kun Pahtodawgyi, Mya Thein Tan Pagoda and Min Kun Bell. Min Kun Pahtodawgyi itself is an amazing architecture with a mysterious story behind. It was the 18th century when it was built, there was a prophecy that if the construction had completed the whole country would have collapsed. That is why the structure was intentionally left unfinished. There is a staircase on the right side of the site that visitors can claim up. Although, the gate on the top is locked, some breathtaking views are there to enjoy!
Linh Dao — Google review
The Pahtodawgyi Pagoda is an incomplete monument stupa in Mingun, just north of Mandalay in central Myanmar (Burma). The ruins are the remains of a massive construction project begun in 1790 by King Bodawpaya, using thousands of prisoners of war and slaves. By the time the construction project was abandoned, the pagoda had attained a height of 50 meters, one third of the intended height, then an earthquake in 1839 caused huge cracks to appear on the face of the structure, which can still be seen. [Wikipedia]
Guy Burgess — Google review
Famous incomplete pagoda in mingun. It is impressive because of its sheer size. If completed, It would have been the largest pagoda in Myanmar at 500ft high. However it currently holds the record for being the largest pile of bricks in the world and is famous for the large cracks it developed in the March 1839 earthquake.
Pushan Singhamahapatra — Google review
An impressive sight and site, Pahtodawgyi distinguishes itself from the rest of Myanmar pagodas by the sheer size of its never finished building. Hailed by some as the largest pile of bricks in the world, this 18th century structure was damaged during an earthquake that took place a few years after the project was abandoned. Go around the building and check out the huge cracks that were caused by the earthquake. They are a testament to its solid construction. Other buildings would have most likely collapsed. Definitely worth the trip from Mandalay. Don't miss crossing the street to check out two giant lion brick sculptures.
Georges Younes — Google review
So wonderful! This place is like nothing we've ever seen before, not really much to see inside, but the the deep cracks caused by earthquakes make it so unique and beautiful. Do find the time to walk all around it. We were alone for the most part, especially round the back.
Bagaya Monastery is a significant historical landmark situated in Mandalay, Myanmar. It is an ancient Buddhist monastery constructed entirely from teak wood with intricate carvings and reliefs featuring repeating peacock and lotus-flower motifs on stained timbers. The prayer hall of the monastery is supported by 267 teak posts, with the largest measuring 60ft high and 9ft in circumference, creating a cool and dark atmosphere.
So beautiful
So sad that it's just deserted like that.
The guard couldn't even find the damn key to let me go inside to see it.
But I think the Buddha statues had been removed anyway.
The outside carvings are gorgeous.
So meticulous
刘Emma — Google review
Bagaya Monastery is a quiet and serene place that is best seen in the afternoon when you can almost have the place for yourself. The teak building with its deep red colors also has elements made of stone. The heaviness of the stone contrasts with the beauty of the wood and the delicate nature of the temple's wood carvings. Some parts of the building are gilded. Others have lost their gold color. The combination of various elements and colors give the building an aura of faded glory. Make sure to go around the building for perspectives of the ensemble that you would miss otherwise.
Georges Younes — Google review
El monasterio Bagaya es un monasterio budista realizado íntegramente con madera de teca cuya construcción originaria data del año 1593, emplazado muy cerca del antiguo palacio de Ava por el rey MIndon, que murió allí.Fue totalmente destruido por el fuego en el año 1821 y posteriormente reconstruido en el año 1992. está construido sobre una base de 267 postes de madera de teca cuyos enormes postes llegan a alcanzar los 20 metros de altura y 1 metros de diámetro
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The Bagaya Monastery is a Buddhist monastery made entirely of teak wood whose original construction dates back to 1593, located very close to the old palace of Ava by King MIndon, who died there. It was completely destroyed by fire in 1821 and later Rebuilt in 1992. It is built on a base of 267 teak wood posts whose enormous posts reach 20 meters in height and 1 meter in diameter.
Javier calabuig — Google review
The Bagaya Monastery, located in Inwa, Mandalay Region, Burma. This magnificent monastery is also known as Maha Waiyan Bontha Bagaya Monastery.
The Bagaya Monastery (Bagaya Kyaung) was built in 1834 during the reign of King Bagyidaw. But it’s actually the second attempt–the original, which dated back to 1593, burned down in 1821.
Amarapura, just south of Mandalay City, was the royal capital of Burma during periods in the 18th and 19th centuries. It’s now no more than a township and has long been subsumed as part of Mandalay City. But it’s still quite rural, with what were once opulent stone pagodas and palaces destroyed by earthquakes and now overgrown.
The pagoda is made entirely of teak, a timber long prized in shipbuilding and boatbuilding. It’s held up by 267 massive posts of teak, the largest of which is 60 feet high and 9 feet in circumference. The floors and walls are also made of teak. Making this today would be prohibitively expensive even if you could still find solid teak trunks like this anymore.
Happyness Nokwatu Raselabe (Karabo) — Google review
Not to be mistaken with Bagaya monastery in Inwa, this is Bagaya Kyaung in Amarapura. It was closed when we visited, as in - there was a barb wire fence around it and it looked like it had been there for some time. Shame, as it looks like an interesting wooden building. There is a small golden pagoda just next to it.
Nevena Stancheva — Google review
This place is in amarapura,which is far from the mandalay city,I hired a motor cycle taxi to get to this place since tuk tuk drivers demanded too much for the fare, the entry fee to this place is included in the entry zonal ticket if purchased at the mandalay palace.The place needs to be painted and kept well
devanand subbaraj — Google review
Bagaya Monastery is historical religious places of Mandalay (Amarapura old town).
Zaw Myint Oo — Google review
It's in Pura township on the way of sagaing-mandalay road.
Than Htun — Google review
A great historical landmark not far from Mandalay.
Maha AungMye BomSan Monastery, also known as Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery, is a stunning 18th-century monastery located in Inwa. Despite being built in the early 19th century, the monastery gives off an impression of much older grandeur with its stone carvings and faded glory. The location steeped in history takes visitors back to pre-British Burma.
Built in the early nineteenth century, Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery gave me the impression that it was much older. Stone carvings, faded glory and a location steeped in history transported me back to pre-British Burma. I walked into the temple building, explored its many corridors and photographed countless perspectives that will surely please most people, no matter how demanding they are. An enjoyable visit indeed.
Georges Younes — Google review
Beautiful 18th century monastery located in Inwa. It is by the far the most impressive sight in Inwa and should not be missed. Built as a masonry replica of wooden monasteries of that age, it has survived the March 1839 earthquake and is in good condition.
Pushan Singhamahapatra — Google review
It was an amazing building which you should visit. The building require maintenance assistance support. Some rooms requires some cleaning so that visitors could spend time inside as currently the room has births living and was smelly.
Chanthou Hem — Google review
Donated by a Queen named Mae Nu in 18 century.That is why some say Mae Nu Oak Kyaung which means brick monastry donated by Mae Nu.Magifcient ancient building.
Brilliant English — Google review
I thought it was very beautiful inside and out. You can walk underneath the pagoda which can make for some awesome photos!
Henrique — Google review
A nice monastery build if brick like every monument in this stone free region. The monastery contains a series of arched corridors at 90 degrees to each other. This creates interesting perspective for photographs. Interestingly they didn't seem to know about vaulted arches and all is build with step arches.
A little market below offers some opportunity to take colorful picture of people.
This can be visited with shoes!!
Philippe Jeanty — Google review
Historical place and also known as Me Nu's Brick Monastery. You will see wonderful design and architecture of KonBaung Dynasty.
Inn Wa, an ancient city located near Mandalay in central Myanmar, is renowned for its religious structures that date back to various periods when it served as the nation's capital. The Bagaya Kyaung, a 19th-century teak monastery, and the Maha Aungmye Bonzan monastery with its brick-and-stucco construction from the 1800s are among the prominent landmarks. The city also boasts a remarkable museum and a diverse collection of temples and buildings.
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I'll never travel to Bagan without this trip planner again
It is not allowed to climb up above Nan Myint Tower because of dangerous.
Wai Phyo Aung — Google review
Story of bird eye view observation.
Rawadee Kumlert — Google review
The crooked tower has it own particular thing. Unfortunately, it is closed for safety reasons and it's not possible to go upstairs anymore.
Carlos Vera — Google review
Like most of the buildings in Inwa, this building is poorly maintained. It certainly would have been a great spot to see the area. Unfortunately, it cannot be climbed. Horse carts drop passengers off here to get a photo.
Samuel Swee — Google review
The Nanmyint Tower is part of what remains from a palace that was built in the early 19th century, an important historical period for the Inwa region. Unfortunately, the tower is closed to visitors probably to protect it from further falling into disrepair. The most that you can do is to take a picture and walk around the area for a better look, but little else.
Georges Younes — Google review
Near by this tower have a swimming pool. According to local the pool belong to the king and queen
Nico — Google review
Good tower not easy to visit by car alot of horse cart.
mandalay ye`lwin — Google review
Beautiful view of the Bagan and watching the balloons at sunrise.
The Maha Bodhi Ta Htaung Standing Buddha is a colossal statue, one of the largest in the world. It is adorned with golden robes and features intricate interior paintings. This magnificent landmark can be easily accessed by local pickups from town or at the intersection. An elevator is available from the 2nd or 3rd floor, leading up to the 12th floor, where visitors can continue climbing to reach the donation box situated inside its head.
One of the best places to visit around Monywa.
The biggest Buddha Statue I've ever seen 🙀
BAWI THA LIAN THANG — Google review
BIG Buddha! Like... REAL BIG!
great visit and easily reachable by local pickups from town / swap in the intersection. There is an elevator from the 2nd or third floor all the way to the 12th, then you can climb up all the way to the donation box which sits in the head. Will you see any view after doing all that climbing? Not really, but you will be inside big buddy Buddha's head and no one can take it from you after that.
The temple grounds have amazing views as well of the surrounding area.
Boaz Harel — Google review
The World second highest Buddha Status and The world third highest Status. It is religious place. You can enter this status and learn about Buddhism affair.
Lat Aung App Pon Tone — Google review
Very nice. Biggest standing Buddha statue of the world. Great paintings inside. Has 31 levels representing the 31 plans of existence in Buddhism. Can climb all the way to the top if you are strong enough to do it.
Janaka Liyanage — Google review
World 2nd tallest standing Buddha. The place just fully refurnished . If you are fit, do climb up inside the Buddha .
david ng — Google review
The stunding Buddha is located in Monya, western north of Myanmar. It is about 140km far from Mandalay. It has 423 feet and famous for the tallest standing Buddha in Myanmar.
Than Soe Oo — Google review
You don t need to enter inside. We did my know we took the stairs and go up for 35 floors and no view on top desapointed. But from the outside it s an impressive Budha
Raghda Sourani — Google review
We wouldlike to invite you toour beautiful village.....
Aung Aung — Google review
This place is a place where you can show the value of Myanmar's religious piety.
U Sai — Google review
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Laykyun Sekkya
Monument
Sights & Landmarks
Monuments & Statues
The construction process for the Laykyun Sekkya monument, which stands at a height of 116 meters and is the world's third tallest statue, lasted for a period of 12 years.
A must to see while you are visiting one of the biggest standing Buddha in the world! Here you will find a place with nearly 550,000 mini Buddhas and it’s impressive architecture ! It really deserves a stop and pay 3,000 kyats to see the place inside !
Simone Takahashi — Google review
I really love to visit Thanboddhay Pagoda. I had not expect that Thanboddhay pagoda will be really nice be like that. When I was there, the first thing I notice that the monastery and pagoda painting are nearly same like India. I think Monwya is close to India that is why the painting design is same like India style. I hope you will love to explore Thanboddhay Pagoda without regret.
Theint Theint Aye — Google review
Thousands upon thousands of miniature Buddha statues cover the interior and exterior of this temple, truly amazing. Can easily be reached from Monywa on a motorbike or taxi and probably the biggest attraction in the region.The pagoda is originally built in 14th century, renovated in 1939 and new statues are still being added.
Nevena Stancheva — Google review
Buddha Pagoda
Famous Buddha religion Pagoda in Sagaing Division,Near Monywa Township,Myanmar.
Also well known place in Myanmar.
If you go this place that you can see the many colours and endless small buddha image.
I prefer you to go this place because you will feel the different.
🙏🙏🙏
Civil Engineering Junior Note - Myanmar — Google review
It is one of the most precious monuments of Myanmar. A lot of buddhist statues around the temples and the wall. Worth visiting.
mgohnthwin thwin — Google review
Religious region
A pagoda of more than ten thousand buddha images
Make good deeds.
The Phowintaung Cave Complex, dating back to the 14th-18th centuries, is an extensive cave system adorned with intricate decorations and Buddha statues. This natural cave houses ancient Buddha images that were built by people of the past, totaling over 40,000 in number. The artistic creations from the 13th century are truly impressive. Additionally, the surrounding district is inhabited by monkeys. The site features numerous stone caves as well as Buddha sculptures made from large stones.
A lot of stone caves and Buddha statues made from those big stones. 900 years of history and wall mural and a few mountains in the area to walk around. A lot of monkeys to feed or just watch them fed.
Thet Aung — Google review
Pho Win Taung, ဖိုလ်ဝင်တောင်
Look at the four sides Pho Win Taung, which looks like
a boat capsized It is located in Salingyi Township and
Yinmarpin Township area It exists. Pho Win Taung is a
huge cultural heritage near the Chindwin River and
drilling out natural sandstone rocks. They built Buddhist
temples and statues of the Buddha they made
offerings.These temples and statues of the Buddha
are made of natural sandstone It is attached.
It is said to date back to the 4th century AD, but it is
solid evidence was drawn in several caves inside the
temple Yes, you can see the murals from the 15th
century Inwa-era period. In Myanmar, 15th-century
Inwa-era murals are all in one place It is the most
common place to find paintings and sculptures.
Many Stone carving remain.
Among them are the Inwa period murals and carvings
of the Queen Cave It is very famous.
There is compliance with the World Heritage Criteria
Pho Win Taung has Outstanding Universal values
Myanmar to apply for World Heritage nomination
soon There is also a goal.
Design MYO SWE THAN — Google review
It is really beautiful places because of it is natural cave and exist old buddha images long time ago ln addation ancient people built 40000 over buddha images along natural the cave, and then their arts really nice in 13 century . Also have monkeys where live in that destric.
nay ye aung — Google review
Many Historical Pagodas and buildings are here. The place is very pleasure for the traveller and monkey in this place are very lovely and no harm for people.Pagodas in this places are very ancient and there is many places to shoot photos
myat thu ycdc — Google review
Pho Win Taung is regarded as the biggest rock carve and cut cave culture site in Asia with over 900 caves here. We can only guess about when did they do this but can't mention the exact date and time yet. With interesting mural painting in most of the caves.It is really interesting. Friendly monkeys will be waiting for you there as well Weakpoint is you have to take off your shoes when you go inside the shrines and most of them have a bit dusty floor 😅
Aung Ko — Google review
Phowintaung is a Buddhist cave complex located approximately 25 kilometers west of Monywa and 10 kilometers southeast of Yinmabin, in Yinmabin Township, Monywa District, Sagaing Region, Northern Burma (Myanmar). It is located on the western bank of the Chindwin River. The name of the complex means Mountain of Isolated Solitary Meditation.
The complex contains 947 small and large richly decorated caves. It is carved into a sandstone outcrop and contains numerous carved Buddha statues and mural paintings of geometric patterns and Jataka stories. The statues and paintings have been dated to between the 14th and 18th centuries.
3XVIVR — Google review
Impressive cave temple complex with nearly 1000 caves/niches. Dated 14-18th century. Various sizes and shapes, some have beautiful carved entrances, some have well preserved colorful intricate paintings. One can easily spend a half day here. Be careful with the monkeys, they are cute, but can grab your stuff or bite. The entrance fee in Feb 2019 was 5000 kyats and covered Pho Win Taung and the nearby Shwe Ba hill.
Nevena Stancheva — Google review
8. Dec 2018. Very ancient place to go for. 180 km away from Mandaly make daytrip app. 10 houers or stsy one night in monywa and see two other nice places there.
The drive from Dali to Bagan is 633 miles (1,018 km).
How long does it take to drive from Dali to Bagan?
Driving from Dali to Bagan should take you 12 hrs 53 mins in normal traffic.
How much would gas cost from Dali to Bagan?
Gas from Dali to Bagan would cost around $55 to $129, depending on your vehicle's fuel efficiency.
Where should I stop on the way from Dali to Bagan?
You could check out Dagunguo Restaurant and Moli Tropical Rain Forest Scenic Area, or the always popular Tengchong Volcanic Geothermal National Geological Park!
What are the best cities to visit between Dali and Bagan?
People love visiting Mandalay, among others.
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