Mandalay hosts the erstwhile royal city which houses the royal palace and a museum. It is located on a square citadel surrounded by four 2-kilometre long walls with 48 turrets and 12 gates, one for each zodiac. Encircling the citadel is a picturesque 60-metre wide moat with a number of bridges. The complex contains audience halls, […]

Amarapura is an old capital of the KoneBaung dynasty and is famous for silk weaving. U Bein Bridge, built in the mid 19th century using reclaimed teak from dismantled buildings, is a glorious sight especially in the early evening as it becomes silhouetted against the vivid sunsets. Worth a visit nearby is MaharWai Yan Bon […]

A compact riverside town in Sagaing Region, Mingun lies on the Ayeyarwady River on the west bank about 10km from Mandalay. It is a popular excursion and worth spending at least half a day exploring its impressive sights. Arriving by boat from Mandalay is the most enjoyable although you can also arrive by road from […]