What to do in Mandalay Region

Activities, attractions and tours

Dhammayangyi Temple and hot air balloons at sunrise, Bagan, Mandalay Region, Myanmar
Dhammayangyi Temple and hot air balloons at sunrise, Bagan, Mandalay Region, Myanmar
A sunrise balloon ride over Bagan might seem touristy, but the views are incredible. The sheer number of temples dotting the landscape is difficult to appreciate from ground level. I wasn't prepared to be so wowed, but I have to put Bagan up there with Machu Picchu and Angkor Wat - two of my favorite places.
Standing 240 metres above the city of Mandalay, Mandalay Hill offers amazing panoramic views of the city and surrounding countryside. At the top of Mandalay Hill is Su Taung Pyae Pagoda, a major pilgrimage site for Burmese Buddhists for nearly two centuries. With polished marble floors, mosaic-embedded archways and glistening gold stupas rising up towards a perfect cloud-brushed sky, this place was pretty spectacular even without the views. But add those into the equation and you’ve got somewhere worth making a brief stop in Mandalay for. Read more about Mandalay Hill and the Su Taung Pyi Pagoda here: http://galloparoundtheglobe.com/a-morning-at-mandalay-hill-myanmar/
Monks are ever-present in Southeast Asia, adorned in robes of various shades which differ from country to country. The rich hues of the fabric provide a colorful contrast to their background, as here, in dusty Old Bagan, Myanmar. #myanmar #bagan
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One Bagan Sightseeing Tour

One Bagan Sightseeing Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp1.462.035 per adult*
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The River Less Travelled By Bike from Bagan to Pakokku

The River Less Travelled By Bike from Bagan to Pakokku

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp7.394.200 per traveller*
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The Bagan Cooking Class

The Bagan Cooking Class

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp3.478.635 per traveller*
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Amarapura,Sagging,Innwa/Ava Sightseeing

Amarapura,Sagging,Innwa/Ava Sightseeing

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp1.260.375 per traveller*
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What to do in Mandalay Region

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The largest book in the world. Each page has its own pagoda. Beautiful spot. You can’t get photos close to the pages as there is a fence.

Kuthodaw Pagoda

5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Mandalay with a trip to Kuthodaw Pagoda. Discover the cocktail bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the cycling trails.

Kuthodaw Pagoda
Another reason to visit Mandalay. Sutaungpyei Pagoda on top of Mandalay Hill is gorgeous. I love seeing the monks and nuns using their mobile phones. #mandalay #myanmar #pagoda

Mandalay Hill

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mandalay Hill, a lovely green space in Mandalay. Discover the cocktail bars in this culturally rich area or seek out the cycling trails.

Mandalay Hill
Temple of Ananda and Thatbinnyu Temple

Ananda Temple

5/5(4 reviews)

Ananda Temple is just one of the places to see in Bagan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's temples or seek out its cycling trails.

Ananda Temple

Candacraig Hotel

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Pyin Oo Lwin with a stop at Candacraig Hotel. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its cycling trails.

Candacraig Hotel

Mandalay Palace

4/5(7 reviews)

After visiting Mandalay Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mandalay. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails.

Mandalay Palace

Mahamuni Buddha Temple

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Mandalay when you spend time at Mahamuni Buddha Temple. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails.

Mahamuni Buddha Temple

Bagan Golden Palace

5/5(1 review)

Bagan Golden Palace is just one of the places to see in Old Bagan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's temples or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bagan Golden Palace

Maha Gandhayon Kyaung

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Mandalay with a stop at Maha Gandhayon Kyaung. Discover the area's cocktail bars or seek out the cycling trails.

Maha Gandhayon Kyaung

Htilominlo Temple

4/5(1 review)

After visiting Htilominlo Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bagan. Discover the area's temples or seek out its cycling trails.

Htilominlo Temple

Day trip destinations from Mandalay Region

Person walking on Amarapura Bridge, Mandalay

Mandalay

Beautiful gardens just outside a ridiculously charming hill town in central Burma/Myanmar

Pyin Oo Lwin

Kyauktan Ye Le Pagoda (Burmese: formally Kyaikhmawwun Yele Pagoda is a Buddhist pagoda located in Kyauktan Township, Yangon Region, on a small island in Hmaw Wun Creek, a tributary of Yangon River. The pagoda was built with many Buddha's relics inside. Many Buddism came across the river by boat to the island. It shows how strong they believe in their religion.

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PANORAMIC VIEW OF TEMPLE

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