Kandawgyi Natural Garden: An Urban Oasis in Yangon

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in central Yangon, start at Sule Pagoda. From the pagoda, head east along Mahabandoola Road until you reach the intersection with Anawyahtar Road. Turn left onto Anawyahtar Road and continue straight. After about 1 km, you will reach a large roundabout. Take the first exit onto the Strand Road and continue along this road until you see the Kandawgyi Lake on your left. Keep walking along the lakeside path until you reach the entrance of Kandawgyi Natural Garden on Kan Yeik Tha Road.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From downtown Yangon, find a bus stop and take any bus heading towards the Kandawgyi area. You can ask locals for the bus number that stops closest to Kandawgyi Lake. Once you arrive at the bus stop near Kandawgyi Lake, get off and walk along the lakeside path until you reach the entrance of Kandawgyi Natural Garden on Kan Yeik Tha Road. Be sure to check the bus schedule as they may vary.

• Bike Rental

  If you prefer to ride a bike, you can rent one from a local shop in downtown Yangon. Start your journey by heading towards Mahabandoola Road and then follow the same route as you would by walking: continue down Mahabandoola Road, turn left onto Anawyahtar Road, and follow it until you reach the large roundabout. Ride along Strand Road until you reach Kandawgyi Lake. Once there, cycle along the lakeside path until you arrive at Kandawgyi Natural Garden.

• Taxi (for reference, even though not preferred)

  Although you are not traveling by car, it's worth mentioning that you can take a taxi to Kandawgyi Natural Garden. If you choose to do so, simply tell the driver 'Kandawgyi Natural Garden' or show them the address: Q5X5+488, Kan Yeik Tha Rd, Yangon. The driver will drop you off at the entrance. However, walking or biking can provide a more enjoyable experience.