Yangon

Yangon (formerly known as Rangoon) is the largest city in Myanmar (formerly Burma). A mix of British colonial architecture, modern high-rises and gilded Buddhist pagodas define its skyline. Its famed Shwedagon Paya, a huge, shimmering pagoda complex, draws thousands of pilgrims annually. The city’s other notable religious sites include the Botataung and Sule pagodas, both housing Buddhist relics.

 

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Shwedagon Pagoda

Golden fate Shwedagon Pagoda is the most spectacular spot in Myanmar’s beautiful scenery. Located in the panorama of Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda’s sparkling Golden Stupa continues to dominate Yangon. One of the wonders of the wonderful world, Shwedagon Pagoda is the most beautiful and majestic majestic tower in the world. The huge tower is not only a great architectural achievement, but also a perfect symbol of a country where Buddhism preempts every aspect of life.

. Admission: 8000 chats (per person)
Camera fee: Free
Opening hours: 04:00 am to 10:00 pm
WIFI: Free to use

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Kaba Aye Pagoda
Kaba Aye Pagoda Kaba Aye Pagoda is located a short distance from Internet Yanya Lake, on the Kili Mingalar Kaba Aye hill on Kava A Road in Mayangon Township, Yangon. Myanmar’s Kaba Aye means “world peace”, which is what the pagoda is trying to achieve. The pagoda was built by Une, one of the oldest Prime Ministers of Free Myanmar, dedicated to the 6th Buddhist Council (1954-56) in 1954. The 6th Buddhist Council was held to commemorate the 2500th birthday of the Enlightenment of the Buddha. The pagoda rises to a height of 111 feet and measures 34 meters around the base. The compound on which the tower is built is large enough, and there are numerous monasteries in it.

Admission:           Free
Camera fee:         Free
Opening hours:  04:00 am to 10:00 pm
WIFI:                   Free to use

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Maha Sasana Cave

Maha Sasana Cave is a large cave with a conference hall where the sixth Buddhist Council was held. The synagogue was built in a cave. Because the first Buddhist Council was held in a cave in India shortly after entering the last reclining Nirvana about 2,500 years ago. The six entrances to the hall and the six large columns symbolize the six councils. The hall, 67 meters long, 43 meters wide, and high in ceiling, sits on an elaborate throne in a “call the earth to testify” attitude at the end of the hall, which is the teaching of Buddhist meetings and various meetings. There is a small Buddha statue.

Admission: Free
Camera fee: Free
Opening hours: 04:00 am to 10:00 pm
WIFI: Free to use
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Meramu Pagoda
Mae Lam Pagoda It is located in the sub-area of ​​northern Oklapa, Yangon. Meerum means a girl born of the nuts of the lamb. According to the mother of Okrapa, the founder of Dagon, she became. He built a tower in the memory of his grandson who lost his life across the Rhine to Thanlyin. This little tower was ambiguous until Mr. Sounyi dreamed of rebuilding it. This stupa, or former existence.

Entrance fee: Free Camera fee:
Have to pay
Opening Hours: 4am-10pm
Wifi: can not

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Shwedawmyat Pagoda
Two Buddha teeth who lived together near the International Buddhist University between Kaba A Pagoda Road and Sudamah Road. In 1996, the Buddha teeth remains from China. It has nine entrance gates, but only opens one entrance. It is a roundabout in the center of downtown Yangon and Yangon International Airport.

Admission is free,
You have to pay for the camera.
Wifi: can not

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Kyaiktawgyi Buddha Image
Chow Toothy Chautoji Giant Buddha This is Myanmar’s largest marble Buddha statue, 37 feet (11 m) high and weighing over 600 tons. The classic name for this image is Roca Chanter Abaya La Bamni, meaning world peace and prosperity. This sitting Buddha is curved from a single marble. Giant stones were found in the Marble area of ​​Madeira city, Mandalay. The draft sculpture was transported to Yangon through the Airwazy River. Then it was finally touched.

Admission: Free
Camera fee: pay
Business hours: 04:00 am-10:00 pm
Wifi: can not
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Chaukhtatgyi
Chaukhtatgyi reclying Buddha image is a reclining image of Buddha in Myanmar. It is housed in a warehouse with a large metal roof, not far from Shwedagon Pagoda. The six-story pagoda claims the nearby five-story pagoda because the large statue is in a reclining position and the latter in a sitting position.

Admission: Free
Camera fee: Free
Business Hours: From 4am to 10pm
Wifi: can not

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National Museum
The Myanmar National Museum was founded in 1952 and used to be a Jubilee Hall. In 1970 the museum was moved to a more spacious building on Pansodan Road. However, these buildings were not originally built to house the museum. The current National Museum is located on Pea Road, in a magnificent 5-storey building built on the grounds of a spacious and special landscape. 14 four-story halls showcase valuable ancient art, art and historical memorabilia. The three halls on the ground floor hold exhibitions of Myanmar script and alphabet, the room of the lion’s throne and the evolution of the Rattanaworn piece. All visitors are not allowed to bring in cameras and bags on site. The visitor is

Admission: $5 per person
Camera & Video Camera: can’t take it inside.
[Note] Business hours: 09:00 am to 16:00 pm (closed on Mondays)
Wi-Fi: Not possible

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General Aung San Museum
General Aung San means, a hero who fought for Myanmar’s independence. He was assassinated on 19 July 1947 by Galone U Saw and his associates. After his death, the place of the General’s hometown became a museum for the public and went to see the anniversary. The museum was founded in 1962 at General Aung Sen Museum Road No. 15 in Bahan City near Lake Kandawgyi. It is a two-story building built during the colonial period. Inside the museum are some personal memorabilia, such as old family photos, famous speeches, and handwritten notes. For many years, the museum was only opened for the Martyr’s Day on July 19th. However, the museum officially reopened on March 24, 2012.

[Note] Business hours: 10:00 am-16:00 pm (Closed on Wednesdays) Wi-Fi: Not available
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Boatataung Pagoda
This famous Botataung Pagoda is located in the eastern part of Yangon, Myanmar near the Yangon River. It was completely destroyed during the World War II of 1943 by a direct hit by an allied bomb and was rebuilt after the war. .

Admission: 6000 chats per person
Camera & Video Camera: Free
Business hours: 04:00 am to 21:00 pm
Wi-Fi: Not possible

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Sule Pagoda
Sule Pagoda It is beautifully located in the center of Yangon and an excellent landmark. A concrete island surrounded by the hustle and bustle of a busy, busy city. It remains the tallest building in the Dowtown area. It is over 2000 years old and includes hair. By Buddha to two Burmese merchants. It is located on a roundabout in downtown Yangon. The Golden Tower is unusual in that its octagonal shape extends to the bell and upside down bowl. It is surrounded by small shops and all familiar non-religious services such as astrologers, palms etc. Inside the tower is a regular shrine and Buddha statue.

Admission: 3,000 kyats per person
Camera & Video Camera: Free
Business hours: 04:00 am to 21:00 pm
Wi-Fi: Not possible

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Yangon City Hall
Downtown Yangon is known for having the largest number of colonial buildings in Southeast Asia. The Old High Court, the Old Inland Water Transport Building, the Old Secretariat Building, and the Strand Hotel are good examples of Yangon’s past. The magnificent, century-old building is a major tourist attraction in downtown Yangon. Centrally located in downtown Yangon. The City Hall building is considered a good example of Myanmar architecture. Construction of this building started in 1926 and ended in 1936. This building is on the Yangon City Heritage List.

 

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Aung San Market @ SCOTT MARKET
Aung San Market @ SCOTT MARKET Aung San Market is located in the heart of Yangon on Bangyoke Aung San Road. The market was first constructed and started on the current site in 1926. The Scott Market was named after the mayor of the time, C. Scott. Today it is called the Bogyoke Aung San Market in honor of our national leader General Aung San. It is known for its colonial architecture and inner cobblestone streets. As it is commonly known, Bogyoke Zay is the most popular tourist destination for shopping in Yangon. It has the largest selection of Myanmar souvenirs you can find under one roof. You can buy a variety of interesting Myanmar lacquerware, gems and jewelry in this market.

 

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Yangon Central Railway Station
Yangon Central Railway Station The history of Myanmar Railways dates back to the Burmese colonial period. The idea of ​​introducing a rail transit system in Myanmar struck in 1880. British rulers planned a rail route between Pisanoloc in northern Thailand (formerly the Kingdom of Siam) and Murmain in Burma. Unfortunately, this idea failed because of a lack of funding for the project. In the early 1939’s, when the Japanese army came to control Southeast Asia, they took the initiative to build rail links. Their only intention was to use the railway as a supply line to transport troops and war equipment to the front of Burma with the secret motive of invading India.

 

 

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Yangon Port
Yangon Port Yangon Port is located at latitude 1647 minutes and longitude 96 minutes. The 15’E is located on the Yangon River, about 32 km inland from Elephant Point on the Gulf of Malta. If they are above 200 GRT, all vessels calling for pilots to Yangon Port are compulsory. A further 32 km from Elephant Point Navigation from the Pilot Station at sea to Yangon Port is generally tidal for floods, so as to cross both the Inner Bar and Outer Bar near high tide to ensure sufficient depth. It is necessary to adjust the timing.

 

 

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Rise of The Secretariat Yangon

After the British annexation of Upper Burma in 1886, the British colonial government’s administrative work increased exponentially resulting in an urgent need to expand the cramped and poorly lit administration building original located on Strand Road. The British assigned Henry Hoyne-Fox, executive engineer at government’s public works the task of designing a sprawling new Victorian-style complex on 16 acres in the heart of Yangon. Design and construction of the complex began in the 1889.

Admission: Free
Camera fee: Free
Opening hours: 04:00 am to 10:00 pm
WIFI: Free to use

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