Mawlamyine Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Mawlamyine

Mawlamyine is the fourth biggest city in Myanmar (population about 326,000) and famous for its nearby sights and attractions, especially the largest reclining Buddha in Myanmar 18 km south and the golden rock 20 km north of the city. The first stop for many coming from Thailand, and it is a good starting point for the rest of Myanmar.

Top Attractions in Mawlamyine

Explore the best things to see and do in Mawlamyine:

• ★Gaung Say Kyun / Shampoo Island with the Sandawshin Pagoda
• ★Hindu Temple
• ★Kan Gyi Lake and Pagoda
• ★Kyaik Tan Lan Pagoda
• ★Kyauk Ta Lone
• ★Mahamuni Paya
• ★Nwa-La-Boh Pagoda
• ★Ogre Island

Where to Eat in Mawlamyine

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Chan Thar
• 🍴Daw Yi
• 🍴Deli France Bakery
• 🍴Help Grandmother and Grandfather
• 🍴Myo Ma River View Restaurant
• 🍴Night market & food stalls

Where to Stay in Mawlamyine

• 🏨Aurora Guesthouse
• 🏨Aye Chan Mya Guest House
• 🏨Breeze Inn Guesthouse
• 🏨Cinderella Hotel
• 🏨Hotel Queen Jamadevi
• 🏨Mawlamyine Strand Hotel

Mawlamyine Travel Guide Sections

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