its 6 km from inya lake, myanmars largest lake, and 7 km from kabar aye pagoda, a golden buddhist temple. set along the hlaing creek and next to bayint naung bridge, this down to earth hotel is a 5 minute walk from tha mine railway station. parking and simple breakfast served in the dining room are complimentary. unfussy rooms feature free wi fi, flat screen tvs, minifridges and tea and coffeemaking equipment. they also offer sitting areas and en suite bathrooms. check in time: 2:00 pmcheck out time: 12:00 pm Yangon International Airport 18 min
Chauk Htat Kyi Pagoda (28 min) Well-known temple showcasing a 66-m. reclining Buddha, one of the country's largest statues. Botataung Pagoda (38 min) Landmark pagoda featuring a gilded central stupa & a reliquary with a strand of the Buddha's hair. Thiri Mingala Kabar Aye Pagoda (18 min) Golden Buddhist temple built in 1952 & surrounded by a circular platform & local vendors. Bogyoke Aung San Market (30 min) Lively bazaar in a multistory colonial building, with vendors selling antiques, jewelry, art & food. Yangon Zoo (29 min) Sizable zoological garden featuring mammals, birds & reptiles & a diverse array of plant species. Ngar Htat Gyi Pagoda (34 min) Airy temple gifted in 1558 by Prince Minyedeippa, featuring a 5-tiered pagoda & large Buddha statue. Maha Bandula Park (35 min) Busy, grass-filled city park with an obelisk monument, fountains & adjacent food vendors. Shwe Dagon Pagoda (27 min) Historic 99-m. Buddhist temple plated in gold, offering tours, a visitor center & an exhibit. Kandawgyi Lake (32 min) 150-acre colonial-era reservoir with a park, paths for exercise & views of the Shwedagon Pagoda. Karaweik Palace (35 min) Ornate palace, home to traditional Myanmar lunch plates, a buffet dinner & nightly shows. Sule Pagoda (34 min) Gilded, historic Buddhist pagoda with an ornate exterior & multiple shrines & statues. Inya Lake (15 min) Tranquil, romantic lake with parks on the banks & a sailing club for sunset cruises & rowing. Bogyoke Aung San Museum (32 min) Final residence of the founder of modern Myanmar, with exhibits on his life & personal possessions. People's Park (25 min) Sprawling garden by the Shwe Dagon Pagoda, with eateries, a planetarium & an elephant fountain. National Museum (26 min) Modern 5-story museum featuring exhibitions on Burmese history & culture, including folk art. |