Yangon, the commercial capital, is the main gateway to Myanmar. Evergreen and cool with lush tropical trees, shady parks and beautiful lakes, Yangon has earned the name of "The Garden City of the East". Yangon was founded by King Alaungpaya on the site of a small settlement called Dagon when he conquered Lower Myanmar in 1755.
Yangon Photos Gallery | Yangon Map
WHERE TO VISIT
Shwedagon Pagoda
Sule Pagoda
Botahtaung Pagoda
Chauk Htat Gyi
Kabar Aye Pagoda
Koe Htat Gyi
Kyaikkalo Kyaikkalei
Kyauktawgyi Pagoda
Maelamu Pagoda
Maha Wizaya Pagoda
Ngar Htat Gyi
National Museum
Bogyoke Market
Bogyoke Museum
Kandawgyi Garden
Gems Museum
Karaweik Hall
National Races Village
People's Park and Square
War Memorial
Yangon Zoological Garden
When you visit Yangon, visiting Shwedagon Pagoda is a must. It is one of the most famous and interesting place to visit in Yangon. Sule Pagoda lies in the center of Yangon and can be easily visited. Other than pagodas, museums such as National Museum, Bogyoke Museum and Gems Museum display historical events of Myanmar.
AROUND YANGON
Ngwe Saung Beach
Chaung Thar Beach
Thanlyin & Kyauktan
Pathein
Twante
Bago
Pyay
Bago is only 80 kilometer and about 1 hour drive from Yangon. Bago is one of the richest sites in Myanmar. Pyay lies 161 kilometers north of Yangon. The ancient ruins of the Pyu capital, Srikeshtra, lies in this city. Come and relax at the beautiful beaches of Chaung Thar and Ngwe Saung. Pathein well-known for the colorful Parasol.
WHERE TO STAY
Luxury Hotels Moderate Hotels Economy Hotels
Chatrium Hotel
Summit Parkview Hotel
Central Hotel
MiCasa Hotel Apartments
Cherry hills Hotel
East Hotel
High Five Hotel
Hotel Yankin
Chit Sayar Hotel
Eden Palace Hotel
Aung Thapyay Hotel
Motherland Inn-2
Ocean Pearl Inn
Winner Inn
Golden Guest Inn
Royal Star Guest House
Tadar Guest House
Luxury Hotels, Moderate Hotels and Economy Hotels are available for your accommodation in Yangon. Full facility and services are provided Hotels, Motels and Inns.
WHERE TO EAT
Restaurants Coffee Shops
Restaurants offering, Myanmar, Chinese, Indian, and European food are available. Coffee shops and snacks bar are mostly in downtown Yangon.
WHERE TO SHOP
Shopping Centre Lacquerware & Souvenir Shop Art Galleries Gems & Jewellery
Shopping Centres are blooming in Yangon. Souvenirs and Handicrafts shops are also available.
WHERE TO ENTERTAIN
Traditional Karaoke Lounge Cinema Halls Beauty Salons & Spas Disco Club
La Source Beauty Spa
Traditional dances and puppet shows are organized by Tour Operators and also available at Karaweik Hall. For your relaxation and recreation, at reasonable prices, Beauty Salons and Spa treatment Salons have increased in Yangon.
