Beautiful pagodas, pristine nature, friendly locals, delectable food and a sense that you're in splendid isolation. Need we say more? Book a room online today in Nyaung-U (Bagan), Burma, with HotelTravel.com, and let this town work its charms on you.
There are direct flights by Air Mandalay from both Yangon and Mandalay and plentiful accommodation to fit a wide range of budgets. Plenty of air-conditioned transport, to beat the dry heat of central Burma, is available, but for traditionalists, get around by pony and trap. Visit now before the tourist hordes start to appear - as they undoubtedly will in time for this part of the world has a lot to offer.
Myanmar is not Asia’s most equipped country for specific children’s activities, but there are a number of options that can be enjoyed by all the family. If you have younger children, it is a good idea to bring some toys and games along with you, but be warned that playing cards are banned in the country to deter gambling.
There is a good range of festivals here, some of which are well worth seeing if you get the chance. April’s Water Festival is great fun and an easy way to cool off in the hot sun. There are a number of events that see pagodas lit up with colourful lights and December’s Writer’s Day provides plenty of interesting events and lectures.
Nyaung-U’s sightseeing options are dominated by the wealth of pagodas and temples. Shwezigon Paya is considered the most important, and local legend says that some of the Buddha’s bones and a tooth are preserved inside. Thatbyinnyu is the highest temple in Bagan and features an impressive Buddha statue.
Nyaung-U has a small airport mainly serving domestic flights. Most travellers enter the country via Yangon International Airport and then get a short flight to Nyaung-U. Air Bagan, Air Mandalay, Myanmar Airways and Yangon Airways all offer services on this route, and there are also flights from Nyaung-U to Mandalay, Thandwe and Heho.
Banks: 10:00 to 14:00, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 09:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday
Government Offices: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday
Business Centres: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday
Shops: 10:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday, with some variations
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