Joanna James
Yangon is the largest city and the former capital of Myanmar. As the prime gateway to this region, visitors are drawn to explore this city with ornate pagodas and a mix of charming colonial and modern high-rise buildings among other features. Pick out some of the unique places to see in Yangon.
Situated on Singuttara Hill in central Yangon, this is the most sacred Buddhist stupa in Myanmar and is a magnificent structure covered in golden leaves and studded with precious stones. It is believed that the pagoda was here since the 6th century AD and has a hair relic of the Lord Buddha ensconced within the inner chamber. Many visitors from five-star hotels in Yangon make it a point to visit this pagoda.
This artificial lake is Yangon’s largest man-made lake and a sought-after picnic location for locals and visitors. Also known as Victoria Lake this is an ideal place to catch the glory of the sunset from the lakeshore. By evening there are scores of people enjoying a cool stroll along this lake.
Created when the British were expanding the city during their occupancy in the 1850s, China Town or Tayoke Tan is off 19th Street in the downtown city area of Yangon. Most Chinese live and work in this area which has successful business establishments, and restaurants serving authentic food thus being an interesting tourist attraction for guests at PARKROYAL Yangon.
Situated in Dagon in Yangon, this is the main museum showcasing Burmese History, culture, and Art. The extensive building of five storeys holds a fine collection of ornaments, works of art, historical memorabilia, artefacts and more providing deep insights into the culture, civilization and history of the Burmese people.
Also known as Scott Market this market was built in 1926 during the period of British occupancy. Selling local art, antiques, vintage items, western garments, and ethnic longyi and cloth this is also a centre for selling rare gems of Myanmar such as rubies and jade. Ready-made garments can be altered, and new garments can be made to order from this market.
Having served as the primary Anglican Church during the British era, this cathedral in Indo-Saracenic style designed by a Madras-based architect at that time is at Latha Township of Yangon and is one of the few remaining cathedrals of Myanmar.is is
The most interesting feature of this modern pagoda is that the stupa enshrining the relics of Lord Buddha is hollow and is open to locals and visitors to pay homage to and witness the environs. Situated atop a small hill opposite Shwedagon Pagoda, the view from the hill can be an awesome one depending on the time of your visit.
Situated in the village of the same name, a visit to this war cemetery is good to get a glimpse of how wars affected people. It is believed that the bodies of over 6000 soldiers of the Allied Forces were buried at this cemetery.
Situated in the heart of the city of Yangon, this beautiful green space of flowering plants and walking paths is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a place for relaxation and spectacular sunset views from here.
With over 1000 animals encompassing over 100 different species, this is the second largest enclosure in Myanmar, situated in the heart of Yangon. Visited by scores of locals and visitors throughout the year, these zoological gardens boast a museum of natural history, an amusement park, and an aquarium.
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