Explore the ancient capital of Bago on a day trip from Yangon

Overview

Bago is full of ancient monuments that have been well kept so it gave us the opportunity of visiting a monastery, a few golden Payas, a reclining Buddha and a Bhuddhist temple in a relaxing and quiet way and it was a breath of fresh air after our experience in the chaos of Yangon.

Itinerary

1. Cimetière militaire de Taukkyan

   On the way to Bago, you stop by the Taukkyan War Cemetery, a monument for allied soldiers from the British Commonwealth who died in battle in Burma during the Second World War

   · 45 min

2. Shwemawdaw Paya

   The first sight you visit is the Shwemawdaw Pagoda, often referred to as the "Golden God Temple". This pagoda is the tallest pagoda in the, although the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

3. Kambazathadi Golden Palace

   Kanbawzathadi Palace is a palace in Bago, Myanmar. The original palace, built for King Bayinnaung in 1556, consisted of 76 apartments and halls. It was burned down in 1599. It was reconstructed in 1990 and finished in 1992. Kanbawzathadi Golden Palace in Bago is a reconstruction of the original Royal palace from the second half of the 16th century. The very ornate golden palace gives a good impression of the splendor and wealth of the second Burmese empire. It was rebuilt following the original design, based on knowledge gained from excavations and the original drawings of the building. The huge palace consisted of 76 apartments and halls. The reconstructed palace does not contain much of the original furniture and personal items used by the Royals, as most of it was lost when the palace was looted and destroyed in 1599. There are several reproductions on display, like a replica of the King’s golden coach, decorated with two peacocks and a Pyatthat style roof.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

4. Shwethalyaung Buddha

   Continue to the Shwethalyaung Pagoda, a reclining Buddha, which has a length of 55 meters. Myanmar people say about the Buddha image, that it represents Buddha in a 'relaxing' mode.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

5. Kyaik Pun Pagoda

   Four towering images of the Buddha sitting back to back The Kyaik Pun Pagoda is a small Buddhist monastery near the town of Bago, known for its four towering images of the Buddha visible from far away. The impressive 27 meter high images are out in the open, without shelter from the elements by any covering temple structure. The Kyaik Pun Pagoda was built in 1476 by Dhammazedi, a devout Buddhist and King of the Mon Kingdom of Hanthawaddy (Pegu). The Kyaik Pun Pagoda or Kyaikpun Paya is an active place of worship; the images are highly revered by Laotian Buddhists who come to pay their respect.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

Pickup

Pickup included.

Traveler pickup is offered Hotel in Yangon pick up one point only

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
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This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

Product code: 223777P2

Activity offered by Shwe Myan Star Travel via Viator.