Discovering the Essence of Myanmar: A Hidden Gem
Explore the hidden gem of Myanmar, where rich culture meets stunning landscapes and warm hospitality awaits every traveler.
Nestled in the heart of Myanmar, this enchanting destination offers a blend of rich culture, stunning architecture, and breathtaking landscapes that will leave every traveler spellbound. Explore ancient temples, vibrant markets, and immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the locals.
A brief summary to စဒ်ဖဒ်ဒိုတ် (စားကျက်မြေ)
- XG4H+RJ, မြိုင်ကလေး, MM
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy the tranquility of the site.
- Engage with local artisans to learn more about traditional crafts and support the community.
- Don’t forget to try local street food for an authentic taste of Myanmar.
- Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated while exploring the area.
- Respect local customs and dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.
Getting There
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Car
If you are traveling by car, head towards Kyaiktiyo Pagoda from your current location in the area. Follow the signs for Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, which is about a 30-minute drive. Once you arrive at the parking area near Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, park your car. Please note that there is usually a parking fee ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 MMK depending on the vehicle size. After parking, you will need to take a shared taxi or a motorcycle taxi to the base of the pagoda, which will cost approximately 1,000 MMK per person.
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Public Transportation
To reach Kyaiktiyo Pagoda via public transportation, find a bus or shared taxi that operates from your current location to Kyaiktiyo Pagoda. The fare typically ranges from 5,000 to 10,000 MMK depending on the distance and type of transport. Upon arrival at the Kyaiktiyo Pagoda entrance, you will have to take a shared taxi or motorcycle taxi to the base of the pagoda for around 1,000 MMK per person. Make sure to ask the driver to drop you off at the site.
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Walking
Once you have reached the base of Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, you can walk to စဒ်ဖဒ်ဒိုတ် (စားကျက်မြေ) from there. The walk will take approximately 15-20 minutes. Follow the paths that lead away from the main pagoda area, and you will see signs directing you to the site. The area is mostly flat but may have some uneven surfaces, so be prepared for a slightly rugged walk.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Wadee Restaurant
13.1 km
Experience authentic Burmese flavors at Wadee Restaurant in Hpa-An – a budget-friendly dining spot with exceptional local cuisine.
Hpa-an River View Hotel & Sky Bar
13.1 km
Discover the breathtaking views and serene atmosphere at Hpa-an River View Hotel & Sky Bar, the perfect retreat in Hpa-An, Myanmar.
Galaxy Motel
13.2 km
Discover comfort and local charm at Galaxy Motel, your ideal base in Hpa-An, Myanmar for exploring stunning landscapes and rich culture.
Soebrothers2guesthouse
13.3 km
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Vintage Hpa An Hotel
13.4 km
Experience comfort and local charm at Vintage Hpa An Hotel, your ideal base for exploring the natural beauty and cultural treasures of Hpa-An, Myanmar.
Phoe La Min Shopping Mall
13.4 km
Explore the vibrant Phoe La Min Shopping Mall in Hpa-An, a unique blend of local culture and modern shopping with delicious dining options.
Soe Brothers Guesthouse
13.4 km
Discover the charm of Hpa-An at Soe Brothers Guesthouse, where comfort meets affordability amidst stunning landscapes.
Clock Tower Hpa-An ဍုံထ်ုအင် နာဍီတိုင်
13.5 km
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Famous (Coffee & Bakery)
13.6 km
Discover Famous Café in Hpa-An, where aromatic coffee meets delightful pastries in a cozy setting perfect for relaxation.
Golden Palace Hotel
13.6 km
Golden Palace Hotel in Hpa-An: A perfect blend of comfort and local culture for an unforgettable stay.
San Ma Tau Myanmar Restaurant
14.1 km
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Veranda - Youth Community Cafe
14.3 km
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Hotel Than Lwin Paradise
14.3 km
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Two Coins
14.6 km
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Hotel Zwe Ka Bin
16.4 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Bayin Nyi Cave
4.1 km
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အမျိုးသားရေချိုးကန်
4.1 km
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Hpa An Landmark
12.9 km
Explore Hpa An Landmark, a historical gem surrounded by stunning landscapes, rich culture, and vibrant local life in Myanmar.
River Side Night Market (ဘားအံကမ်းနားညဈေး)
13.0 km
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Hpa-an River View Point
13.1 km
Discover stunning vistas and cultural charm at the Hpa-an River View Point, a must-visit destination in Myanmar for nature lovers and photographers.
Hpar Mae Taung
13.1 km
Explore Hpar Mae Taung, a serene Buddhist temple in Hpa-An, rich in culture and tranquility, perfect for reflection and exploration.
Night Market
13.6 km
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Kan Thar Yar Bridge
13.7 km
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Kayin State Museum
13.8 km
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Kan Thar Yar Lake
14.1 km
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Yathae Pyan Cave Viewpoint
14.3 km
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Natural Water Cave
14.7 km
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Bat Cave (လင်းနို့ဂူ)
14.8 km
Explore the breathtaking Bat Cave in Hpa-An, where stunning limestone formations and thousands of bats create an unforgettable natural spectacle.
Kaw Gon Cave
16.1 km
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Kyar Inn Hill
16.6 km
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Essential places to dine
Kyar Inn Paw Taw Mu
5.5 km
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Food Villa Hpa-An
13.0 km
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Linn Thiri (2) Coffee & Bakery
13.1 km
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Nicety Cafe and Eatery
13.1 km
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Chit Zwe Thu Restaurant
13.5 km
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ဘားမဲတောင်သဘာဝဥယျာဥ်
13.5 km
Discover the serene landscapes and vibrant ecosystems at Ba Ma Taung Nature Park in Hpa-An - a natural paradise waiting for your exploration.
Just Cake Cafè and Bistro
13.5 km
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Lucky 1
13.6 km
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Khit Thit
13.6 km
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Local Bar With Proper Dark Beer
13.6 km
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Mya Kan Thar Food Centre
13.7 km
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Golden Tamarind
13.7 km
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My Hat Bar & Restaurant
13.7 km
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Same Restaurant & Cafe
14.1 km
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Shwe Kyet Pha
14.5 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Crown Hpa-an Souvenir & Gift Shop
13.0 km
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MaYu Karen Traditional Shop Hpa-an
13.6 km
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Soe Electronic
13.7 km
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ဇာခြည်ကရင်ရိုးရာအထည်ဆိုင် လက်လီလက်ကား
13.7 km
Explore the rich cultural tapestry of Hpa-An at the vibrant ဇာခြည်ကရင်ရိုးရာအထည်ဆိုင်, where traditional crafts and local flavors come to life.
Aye Copper
13.8 km
Explore Aye Copper in Hpa-An for unique home goods, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design for memorable souvenirs.
နွေး မွေ့ယာဆိုင်
13.9 km
Explore the vibrant home goods store, နွေး မွေ့ယာဆိုင် in Hpa-An, for unique treasures that embody Myanmar's rich cultural heritage.
KM Mobile Store
14.0 km
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ကရင်ရိုးရာအထည်ဆိုင်
14.1 km
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ERKE Hpa-an Shop (အာ့ခ်)
14.1 km
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G7 Fashion Store
14.2 km
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Padon Phoo
14.2 km
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Designer Yoon Shwe War
14.3 km
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Uncle Gyi Store
14.7 km
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Sa Mo Karen Traditiona Clothing
14.8 km
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koko
14.8 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
SCP trip
13.1 km
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River View Sky Bar & Restaurant
13.1 km
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B.O.B - Bar of Backyard
13.3 km
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U Kyaw Restaurant
14.0 km
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Customs housing
14.0 km
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Shwe & mya bar and restaurant
14.3 km
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ကြယ်စင်လင်း စားသောက်ဆိုင်
14.3 km
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The Barrels Pub & Bottles
14.7 km
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XOX Bar & BBQ Restaurnt
14.9 km
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Half By Half
14.9 km
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ဘားအံနဲ့ထီလုံ
15.2 km
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Yangon -Hapa-an main Road
15.3 km
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United Bar & Restaurant
15.8 km
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Oasis 1 KTV
15.8 km
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Kyaw Gyi ပျော်ပွဲစားရုံ
17.0 km
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