Shwe Bone Pwint Pagoda: A Jewel of Taunggyi

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from Bago town and head east on the Bago-Taunggyi road (Route 1). Continue for about 100 kilometers until you reach Taunggyi. Once you enter Taunggyi, follow local signs to the Shwe Bone Pwint Pagoda. The pagoda is located in the Q2HX+2GJ area of Taunggyi. Parking is available near the pagoda.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  To reach Shwe Bone Pwint Pagoda by bus, take a local bus from Bago to Taunggyi. The journey takes approximately 3-4 hours and costs around 5,000 MMK. Upon arrival in Taunggyi, you can take a taxi or a local trishaw to get to the pagoda. Make sure to show the driver the name 'Shwe Bone Pwint Pagoda' to ensure you're taken to the correct location.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hire a taxi from your location in Bago to Taunggyi. This option is more expensive, typically costing around 50,000-70,000 MMK for a one-way trip, depending on negotiation. Once in Taunggyi, ask the taxi driver to take you to Shwe Bone Pwint Pagoda, located at Q2HX+2GJ.

• Motorbike Rental

  For a more adventurous experience, you can rent a motorbike in Bago. After renting, head east on Bago-Taunggyi road (Route 1) and cover the approximately 100 kilometers to Taunggyi. Once there, navigate to Q2HX+2GJ using your GPS. Ensure you have a valid driver's license and check rental costs which usually range between 10,000-15,000 MMK per day.