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Bu Phaya Pagoda

Bu Phaya Pagoda

3
3.8/5
Bagan · 527m from downtown
Free attraction
That Bin Nyu Temple

That Bin Nyu Temple

2.9
4.5/5
Bagan · 451m from downtown
Bagan Golden Palace

Bagan Golden Palace

2.7
4.3/5
Bagan · 339m from downtown
Bagan Archaeological Museum

Bagan Archaeological Museum

2.7
3.5/5
Bagan · 630m from downtown
Free attraction
Gawdawpalin Temple

Gawdawpalin Temple

2.6
3.9/5
Bagan · 470m from downtown
Free attraction
Shwe Gu Gyi Temple

Shwe Gu Gyi Temple

2.4
4.0/5
Bagan · 265m from downtown
Maha Bodhi Phaya

Maha Bodhi Phaya

2.2
3.6/5
Bagan · 122m from downtown
Free attraction
Balloons over Bagan

Balloons over Bagan

3.5
4.1/5
Nyaung-U · 4.5 km from Bagan
From OMR 49.130
Old Bagan

Old Bagan

2
0.0/5
Bagan · 176m from downtown
Tharabar Gate သရပါတံခါး

Tharabar Gate သရပါတံခါး

2
0.0/5
Bagan · 446m from downtown

Trip Moments in Bagan

Bagan's Golden Hours: Sunrise or Sunset?

Bagan's Golden Hours: Sunrise or Sunset?

“If you only had one golden hour in Bagan, which would you choose?”@NAING LIN TUN · 3 months ago
Bagan, Myanmar - Sunset Golden Pagoda on the Irrawaddy River: Bu Paya

Bagan, Myanmar - Sunset Golden Pagoda on the Irrawaddy River: Bu Paya

“#100 Ways to Travel Visiting #BaganKingdom in Myanmar, the pagoda #Bupaya closest to the #Irrawaddy River is gold-plated.”@Moutain · 2 years ago
Bagan lies on the bank of Ayeyawaddy river, about 90 miles southwest of Mandalay, Mandalay region, Myanmar. 🔺 It can be reached by Air , by boat, by car and by train. 🔺 Why are there so many pagodas at Bagan ? Because it was the capital of the first Myanmar Empire that flourished from the 11th to 13th centuries AD. 🔺 Another reason is that the rise of the empire coincided with the introduction into it of pure Theravada Buddhism from Lower Myanmar. 🔺 There are three villages around the site – Old Bagan, New Bagan and Nyaung-U. 🔺 Old Bagan is in the closest proximity to the temples, but it’s the most expensive with many luxurious hotels around. 🔺 New Bagan and Nyaung-U offer low to mid-range accommodations, with many hostels and guest houses to choose from. ⏩️ Iconic Temple : ✔️ Ananda Temple ✔️ Thatbyinnyu Temple => 66 m tallest temple ✔️ Tuywindaung Pagoda ✔️ Dhammayangyi Temple ✔️ Shwezigon Pagoda ✔️ Sulamani Temple ✔️ Htilominlo Temple ✔️ Mahabodhi Temple ✔️ Manuha Temple ✔️ Dhammayazika Pagoda ✔️ Gawdawpalin Temple ✔️ Gubyaukgyi Temple ✔️ Lawkananda Pagoda ✔️ Bupaya Pagoda ✔️ Bawbawgyi Pagoda ✔️ Shwegugyi Temple => famous for its arched windows ✔️ Shwesandaw Temple ✔️ Mingalazedi Pagoda ✔️ Tharabha Gate => The only remaining part of the old walls ✔️ Myazedi Inscription => 4 languages : Pyu , Mon , Pali, Burmese ✔️ Nanpaya => Hindu Temple ✔️ Nathlaung Kyaung Temple => Hindu Temple 🔺Numerous traditional has been preserved in Bagan and surrounding villages: ▪️ Handicrafts => beautiful lacquerware , basket weaving , sand art painting, woodcarving,bronze wares. ▪️ Local food => jaggery, toddy , tamarind flakes, plum jams, bean paste. 🔺 Near Bagan, about a 1.5 hour drive , there is Nga Tha York Village which is famous for its wooden sandals, earthenware pottery and soya bean paste. 🔺 Zee O Village which is famous for its enormous 1000 years old tamarind tree. 🔺 You can learn palm sugar production , local methods of making peanuts and sesame seed oils. 🔺 Witness a cow rotating a mortar and pestle to extract the oils in a traditional manner. 🔺 Salay town has long ago developed its own unique style of Bagan-era architecture. 🔺 While exploring you can learn more about this and about monastic life. 🔺 The numerous ancient monasteries, a highlight to any trip to Salay town is Yoke Sone Monastery which is a cultural heritage site located on the eastern bank of the Ayeyarwaddy River. 🔺 Salay town is also famous for its cultivation of plums which are sold all over Myanmar. 🎑 Festival Activities: 🔺 Sanctified festival usually falls in January for Ananda Temple. 🔺 Held in September or October for Manuha Pagoda. 🔺 Alo-Daw Pyae Pagoda Festival occurs in December. 🔺 The best time to visit is from October to February. 📪 How to get there: ✈️ By Air => the nearest airport is Nyaung U Airport. 🚊 By Train => Bagan Railway Station ▶️ Overnight trains run daily from Yangon: ➡️ Departing time 16:00 PM, arriving 09:00 AM the next day to Bagan. ▶️ There are 2 direct train services from Mandalay to Bagan daily. ➡️ Departing time 07:20 AM and arriving at 18:45 PM ➡️ Departing time is 21:00 PM and arriving time is 04:59 AM the next day. 🛥️ By Boat => 1. Nyaung U Jetty => 1.5 km northeast of Nyaung U market. 2. Old Bagan Pier => 350 m northeast of Bu Paya Pagoda. 🛳️ By River Cruise => ▶️ Cruise will leave from Gawwein Jetty in Mandalay at 07:00 AM and arrive in Bagan at 17:00 PM. It depends on the water level. 🌌 Activities: 🔺 To find the perfect set of the temple, take a hot-air balloon flying over the horizon. 🔺 Rent an electric bike or hire a private driver or a horse with carriage to explore the temples. 🔺 Watch sunrise and sunset over the Pagoda landscape. 🔺 Visit local handicraft shops for traditional lacquerware. 📍 Essential Tips: 🔺 Bring water bottles,sunscreen or scarf or hat or umbrella. 🔺 Dress modestly and behave respectfully. Should be covered shoulder and knees. Avoid see-through clothing when entering the temples or Pagodas. Bagan has become a repository of ancient Myanmar architecture and related arts.

Bagan lies on the bank of Ayeyawaddy river, about 90 miles southwest of Mandalay, Mandalay region, Myanmar. 🔺 It can be reached by Air , by boat, by car and by train. 🔺 Why are there so many pagodas at Bagan ? Because it was the capital of the first Myanmar Empire that flourished from the 11th to 13th centuries AD. 🔺 Another reason is that the rise of the empire coincided with the introduction into it of pure Theravada Buddhism from Lower Myanmar. 🔺 There are three villages around the site – Old Bagan, New Bagan and Nyaung-U. 🔺 Old Bagan is in the closest proximity to the temples, but it’s the most expensive with many luxurious hotels around. 🔺 New Bagan and Nyaung-U offer low to mid-range accommodations, with many hostels and guest houses to choose from. ⏩️ Iconic Temple : ✔️ Ananda Temple ✔️ Thatbyinnyu Temple => 66 m tallest temple ✔️ Tuywindaung Pagoda ✔️ Dhammayangyi Temple ✔️ Shwezigon Pagoda ✔️ Sulamani Temple ✔️ Htilominlo Temple ✔️ Mahabodhi Temple ✔️ Manuha Temple ✔️ Dhammayazika Pagoda ✔️ Gawdawpalin Temple ✔️ Gubyaukgyi Temple ✔️ Lawkananda Pagoda ✔️ Bupaya Pagoda ✔️ Bawbawgyi Pagoda ✔️ Shwegugyi Temple => famous for its arched windows ✔️ Shwesandaw Temple ✔️ Mingalazedi Pagoda ✔️ Tharabha Gate => The only remaining part of the old walls ✔️ Myazedi Inscription => 4 languages : Pyu , Mon , Pali, Burmese ✔️ Nanpaya => Hindu Temple ✔️ Nathlaung Kyaung Temple => Hindu Temple 🔺Numerous traditional has been preserved in Bagan and surrounding villages: ▪️ Handicrafts => beautiful lacquerware , basket weaving , sand art painting, woodcarving,bronze wares. ▪️ Local food => jaggery, toddy , tamarind flakes, plum jams, bean paste. 🔺 Near Bagan, about a 1.5 hour drive , there is Nga Tha York Village which is famous for its wooden sandals, earthenware pottery and soya bean paste. 🔺 Zee O Village which is famous for its enormous 1000 years old tamarind tree. 🔺 You can learn palm sugar production , local methods of making peanuts and sesame seed oils. 🔺 Witness a cow rotating a mortar and pestle to extract the oils in a traditional manner. 🔺 Salay town has long ago developed its own unique style of Bagan-era architecture. 🔺 While exploring you can learn more about this and about monastic life. 🔺 The numerous ancient monasteries, a highlight to any trip to Salay town is Yoke Sone Monastery which is a cultural heritage site located on the eastern bank of the Ayeyarwaddy River. 🔺 Salay town is also famous for its cultivation of plums which are sold all over Myanmar. 🎑 Festival Activities: 🔺 Sanctified festival usually falls in January for Ananda Temple. 🔺 Held in September or October for Manuha Pagoda. 🔺 Alo-Daw Pyae Pagoda Festival occurs in December. 🔺 The best time to visit is from October to February. 📪 How to get there: ✈️ By Air => the nearest airport is Nyaung U Airport. 🚊 By Train => Bagan Railway Station ▶️ Overnight trains run daily from Yangon: ➡️ Departing time 16:00 PM, arriving 09:00 AM the next day to Bagan. ▶️ There are 2 direct train services from Mandalay to Bagan daily. ➡️ Departing time 07:20 AM and arriving at 18:45 PM ➡️ Departing time is 21:00 PM and arriving time is 04:59 AM the next day. 🛥️ By Boat => 1. Nyaung U Jetty => 1.5 km northeast of Nyaung U market. 2. Old Bagan Pier => 350 m northeast of Bu Paya Pagoda. 🛳️ By River Cruise => ▶️ Cruise will leave from Gawwein Jetty in Mandalay at 07:00 AM and arrive in Bagan at 17:00 PM. It depends on the water level. 🌌 Activities: 🔺 To find the perfect set of the temple, take a hot-air balloon flying over the horizon. 🔺 Rent an electric bike or hire a private driver or a horse with carriage to explore the temples. 🔺 Watch sunrise and sunset over the Pagoda landscape. 🔺 Visit local handicraft shops for traditional lacquerware. 📍 Essential Tips: 🔺 Bring water bottles,sunscreen or scarf or hat or umbrella. 🔺 Dress modestly and behave respectfully. Should be covered shoulder and knees. Avoid see-through clothing when entering the temples or Pagodas. Bagan has become a repository of ancient Myanmar architecture and related arts.

“Bagan lies on the bank of Ayeyawaddy river, about 90 miles southwest of Mandalay, Mandalay region, Myanmar.”@Beloved traveler · 1 month ago
Who Should Visit Myanmar? 🇲🇲✨

Who Should Visit Myanmar? 🇲🇲✨

“Planning your next adventure?”@NAING LIN TUN · 3 months ago
The temple-shaped Dabinu Pagoda resembles a European Renaissance monastery

The temple-shaped Dabinu Pagoda resembles a European Renaissance monastery

“The Thatbyinnyu Phaya, with its temple-like design, resembles a European Renaissance monastery.”@Moutain · 1 year ago
Pagoda Reflections🌅

Pagoda Reflections🌅

“The temples of Bagan are a whole vibe!”@Hanbiao The Great · 8 months ago
WHAT TO SEE IN BAGAN.

WHAT TO SEE IN BAGAN.

“We took an 11-hour bus ride from Yangon to Bagan.”@iamhope_nadya · 4 months ago
Bagan Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort is located on the bank of Ayeyawaddy River in Bagan Archaeological Zone, Old Bagan 11861, Mandalay Region,Myanmar. 🚖 It’s about a 20 minute drive from the Nyaung U Airport. 🌵The resort has landscape gardens which are home to mature tropical trees, flower plants, native birds and small animals. 💚 The resort offers panoramic river views, glorious sunset, silver moon glow,peace, warmth and comfort. 💚 The various menu offers a range of Local, Asian, Western and organic vegetables and herbs grown in the resort's own garden. 💚 The resort lies near a boat dock to begin exploring Bagan. 🏞️ Area Attractions: ☑️ Bupaya Pagoda => around 20 minutes walk from this resort. ☑️ Shwe Kon Cha Pagoda surrounded by ancient temples. It is serene, reflects and embraces the peaceful spirit of Myanmar’s cultural heritage. ☑️ Tharabar Gate It is the only surviving city gate of ancient Bagan.Part of the mighty walls protecting the capital. ☑️ Dhammayangyi Pagoda The largest temple in Bagan,is an awe-inspiring masterpiece of ancient Myanmar architecture Known for its massive brickwork and mysterious legends. ☑️ Ananda Pagoda One of the most iconic temples, it is celebrated for its exquisite architecture and four standing Buddha statues facing the cardinal directions. It beautifully blends Mon and Indian styles. ☑️ Sabbanyu Cave Pagoda It is a unique spiritual site carved into natural rock. This peaceful cave temple offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling plains of Bagan. 💚 Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. ✔️ Gawdawpalin Temple - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi ✔️ Mimalaung Kyaung - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi ✔️ Bagan Archaeological Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi ✔️ Mingalazedi Paya - 1 km / 0.6 mi ✔️ Pahtothamya - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi ✔️ Nathlaung Kyaung - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi ✔️ Shwesandaw Paya - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi ✔️ Thatbyinnyu Pahto - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi ✔️ Mahabodhi Paya - 1.6 km / 1 mi ✔️ Shwegugyi - 1.6 km / 1 mi ✔️ Bupaya - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi ✔️Manuha Paya - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ Thatbyinnyu Temple - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ Ananda Temple - 2 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ Bagan Golden Palace - 2 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ The preferred airport is Nyaung-U (NYU) - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi 🕚 A La Carte opening hour: 11:00 AM ~ 22:00 PM 💚 Facilities : ✔️ Spa ✔️ Swimming Pool ✔️ EV Charging Station ✔️ E Bike Rental Service Bagan Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort is a celebration of nature, culture and unforgettable moments.

Bagan Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort is located on the bank of Ayeyawaddy River in Bagan Archaeological Zone, Old Bagan 11861, Mandalay Region,Myanmar. 🚖 It’s about a 20 minute drive from the Nyaung U Airport. 🌵The resort has landscape gardens which are home to mature tropical trees, flower plants, native birds and small animals. 💚 The resort offers panoramic river views, glorious sunset, silver moon glow,peace, warmth and comfort. 💚 The various menu offers a range of Local, Asian, Western and organic vegetables and herbs grown in the resort's own garden. 💚 The resort lies near a boat dock to begin exploring Bagan. 🏞️ Area Attractions: ☑️ Bupaya Pagoda => around 20 minutes walk from this resort. ☑️ Shwe Kon Cha Pagoda surrounded by ancient temples. It is serene, reflects and embraces the peaceful spirit of Myanmar’s cultural heritage. ☑️ Tharabar Gate It is the only surviving city gate of ancient Bagan.Part of the mighty walls protecting the capital. ☑️ Dhammayangyi Pagoda The largest temple in Bagan,is an awe-inspiring masterpiece of ancient Myanmar architecture Known for its massive brickwork and mysterious legends. ☑️ Ananda Pagoda One of the most iconic temples, it is celebrated for its exquisite architecture and four standing Buddha statues facing the cardinal directions. It beautifully blends Mon and Indian styles. ☑️ Sabbanyu Cave Pagoda It is a unique spiritual site carved into natural rock. This peaceful cave temple offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling plains of Bagan. 💚 Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. ✔️ Gawdawpalin Temple - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi ✔️ Mimalaung Kyaung - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi ✔️ Bagan Archaeological Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi ✔️ Mingalazedi Paya - 1 km / 0.6 mi ✔️ Pahtothamya - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi ✔️ Nathlaung Kyaung - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi ✔️ Shwesandaw Paya - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi ✔️ Thatbyinnyu Pahto - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi ✔️ Mahabodhi Paya - 1.6 km / 1 mi ✔️ Shwegugyi - 1.6 km / 1 mi ✔️ Bupaya - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi ✔️Manuha Paya - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ Thatbyinnyu Temple - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ Ananda Temple - 2 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ Bagan Golden Palace - 2 km / 1.2 mi ✔️ The preferred airport is Nyaung-U (NYU) - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi 🕚 A La Carte opening hour: 11:00 AM ~ 22:00 PM 💚 Facilities : ✔️ Spa ✔️ Swimming Pool ✔️ EV Charging Station ✔️ E Bike Rental Service Bagan Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort is a celebration of nature, culture and unforgettable moments.

“Bagan Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort is located on the bank of Ayeyawaddy River in Bagan Archaeological Zone, Old Bagan 11861, Mandalay Region,Myanmar.”@Beloved traveler · 1 month ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bagan famous for?

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Bagan is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Bu Phaya Pagoda, That Bin Nyu Temple, and Bagan Golden Palace.

What are the must-try activities in Bagan?

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Consider Bagan's Ananda Temple: A Breathtaking Journey Through a Thousand Pagodas, Full-Day Bagan Private Sightseeing Tour by E-Bike with Pickup, and One Bagan Sightseeing Tour in Bagan. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.