Excellent place and great location. Excellent service and friendly staffs. Khlong Lan National Park is a national park in Kamphaeng Phet Province , covering an area of ​​more than 260,000 rai or (416 square kilometers ). It covers 4 sub-districts: Khlong Lan Phatthana Sub-district, Khlong Nam Lai Sub-district, Pong Nam Ron Sub-district, and Sak Ngam Sub-district, Khlong Lan District. It was officially established as a national park on December 25 , 1982. Within the park, there are interesting tourist attractions such as Khlong Lan Waterfall, Khlong Nam Lai Waterfall, Kaeng Roi Ko, etc.

Absolutely stunning waterfall and excellent facilities for visitors. We stayed overnight in one of the National Park's cabins and had a fabulous time. The park is extremely well laid out and kept and rangers are helpful and friendly. The waterfall (approximately 100 meters high and 40 meters wide) has a shallow pool at its base where you can swim / take a bath.

Beautiful national park surrounding the Khlong Lan waterfall. Absolutely worth the 1 hour drive from Kamphaeng Phet In every way. Many recreational areas to hang out at and eat or just swim in the water. You also have the opportunity to camp out here. The main attraction is clearly the waterfall.

My visit on February 2nd, 2025, was a bit of a mixed bag. I camped at the khlong Lan NP campsite, which was quite busy, with cars parked all along the side of the road. This made finding a good spot a bit of a challenge, and if you weren't lucky enough to arrive early, you'd likely have to park further away and carry your gear, which wasn't ideal. I was fortunate enough to snag a spot near the toilets, which was a definite plus. One thing to note for fellow campers: the ground at Khlong Lan is quite hard, so be sure to bring some sturdy tent pegs! The campground itself was fairly basic, and the toilet facilities were just okay, though they did at least provide toilet paper. It seemed the dry season had affected the river, making it quite shallow, and the waterfall, while pretty from a distance, wasn't quite as spectacular as I'd hoped, especially compared to Mae Tia in Op Luang. I did notice some unusual brown bubbles and a few oil stains near the waterfall, which was a little concerning and made me decide against swimming. I'd heard there was a nice viewpoint for autumn foliage, but it required a hike, and I wasn't feeling up to it that day. While the campground itself didn't have a restaurant, there were a few little shops with snacks like grilled chicken and fried fish balls. Luckily, I found some lovely local restaurants just a short drive away, and they were conveniently located on the same road that leads to Mae Wong National Park. While the waterfall was visually appealing, the little bit of pollution I saw did take away from the overall experience. It wasn't quite the trip I was hoping for, but it wasn't terrible either.

Very impressive waterfalls and park area. Good camping spot also but tends to get busy so arrive early if camping.

It's really good nature I like the bright for learning nature the waterfall so big and swimming pool under waterfall. Some place too deep over 2 meters must be careful. It's good for chilling 😌. Camping zone not too far from the waterfall and you can enjoy water sound all the time

Khong Lan Waterfall is a really beautiful spot — one of the best waterfalls I’ve visited in Thailand. The flow is powerful and the surroundings are super green and peaceful. The place is also very picturesque — perfect if you love nature photography or just want to relax and enjoy the view. The sound of the water and the cool breeze make it a really refreshing stop. Highly recommend if you're anywhere near the area — definitely worth it!

We went around 17:30 and it was completely free to visit, we saw some "visitor fee" signs but there was nobody to collect payment. It is good and walkable in the Leaning Budha part, which is to the south, but walking then to the western part we were greated by many many many dogs, they were all over the park and honestly did not seem friendly, the temples are okay but not worth dealing with the dogs, which we had to scare off with big stick at the end and make our way out quickly. The park has great historical value and potential, and it looks like they are trying to make it more accesable with brick alleys, but the dogs should be their first concern, I think.

A Unesco world heritage. One of a historical park in this province for studying with total area around 1600 rai. You can drive along the yellow line road to look around the park. Entrance fee will be charged at the entrance.

The temples, Buddha statues and park are incredible. And few tourists made it here. A highlight of any trip to Central Thailand.

UNESCO world heritage and 100% worthwhile to visit. We recommend to take a guide to gain interesting insights about this historical place. We were almost alone and enjoyed it much.

So the historical parks at Kamphaeng Phet has two parts, this is the larger part where you can drive your car in. Suggest you to buy the combined ticket for both sides (foreigner 300 baht car 30 baht) The city needs to do much more to promote thier heritage sites as there was barely any visitors as I drove in on a Sunday noon. This park is under appreciate by both locals ans foreigners a like. In my opinion the sites at Kamphaeng Phet are even more interested than Sukhothai

Peaceful nature and not too hot thanks to the trees. It is possible to walk from one park to the other. But there are far too many street dogs, easily dozens. Be prepared to step in their poop. Also the 300 bhat entrance fee, which does not include the museum, is apparently not enough to clear out these mean dogs.

Great place to visit. Historical site, well kept and clean. You can drive through or get a tour.

This is a very tranquil place. Free entry to wander around the grounds and soak your feet in hot water springs, if you wish! The water is around 60 degrees Celsius so quite hot enough. There are not many amenities but the toilets are clean. There is a possibility to have a hot bath or even stay on site in a cabin.

Just pass by. These guys don't care about anyone. Look around, and you'll understand everything. They don't care about the cleanliness around and don't care about the guests. We rented a private bath, some more people were immediately brought into it, despite the fact that my things were already lying there. Everyone around was laughing and smiling, well, that's how it happened, show me your tickets. In general, it was necessary to immediately pay attention to the condition of the whole complex and the basic cleanliness in the bathrooms and run, maybe the socks would have remained on me. And so... you can watch, try to swim, maybe you'll like it, but take it into account, they haven't been cleaned there since the 90s As a bonus, I attach a photo with the remains of garbage burning. What is prohibited by the law of Thailand

Excellent place and location. Great service. Great prices. Friendly staffs. Phra Ruang Hot Springs , also known as "Bueng Sap", is located in Kamphaeng Phet Province and is a famous health tourism destination. Legend has it that this hot springIt was caused by the King wanting to boil chicken that followed the chicken fighting. Therefore, he cursed the water in the lake to be hot. And when you need cold water to wash the chicken So he cursed another pond to be cold.. Phra Ruang Hot Spring is a natural hot spring with 5 points of water springing up from underground. The temperature is approximately 58 degrees Celsius. This hot spring is considered sacred water and is used in important national ceremonies.

It is very well maintained. The entrance fee is 30 Bt. The foot bath is free. A private room is a bargain at 50 Bt per hour. A rental towel is 10 Bt. The bath🛁 was spacious and comfortable😊 There is also a fan in the room, so it is comfortable😊🙆‍♀️ The hot spring was colorless and transparent without any sulfur smell. The staff were also very kind.

the place is beautiful and well maintained. BUT: 1. the stereo is tuned on radio , loud, with commercials, so it's not really peaceful but annoying 2. there are separate bungalows with artificial baths. it's not possible to deep outdoor expect to deep the feet only. such a waste of hot springs!!!

A real hot spring in the middle of no where. CHEAP but out of the way. The temperature of main hot spring is about 65C. The hot water is pumped to bath houses around the facility. They allow you to drink water from the main spring. You can soak your feet in feet soaking pools for free. The bath house only cost THB 30 for 30 minutes. Really good service with very nice people. If you are in the area - highly recommended.

Clean and calm atmosphere during the weekday, this place is great to stop by for relaxing and unwinding after a long road trip.

A very interesting homage to the king who lived in the mid-1700's, defeated the Burmese and reunified Thailand before being deposed in a coup and executed in 1782.

King Taksin was one of the greatest King in Thailand. His army fought our countless armies who wanted to control Siam, previous Thai country name. Locals prays respect to him and his contribution in important occasions. Nice place to visit and lean about our past history.

I visited this monument while traveling from Sukho thai to Chiang Mai. It was a much needed stopover. I enjoyed the view, several life sized idols of chickens, horses, soldiers and other artifacts. I might have visited this place for free and there was a free parking in 2023. There is a clean toilet on-site. There is a nearby street food market and the nearby road has several other restaurants. The food prices might be cheaper compared to Bangkok.

Small place but very interesting

2024-12-22 Very nice place,

This is a nice and peaceful shrine to a local hero and Tak native who became king of the nation in a time of war, and saved it from the invading Burmese. Many Thais come here to pay their respects to a national hero. It is a nice, clean and quiet place in the heart of the city.

Famous monument for thais peoples, visit to get local vibe

Nice quiet camping spot, not as popular as other parks. Waterfall is impressive with good swimming pools.

Nothing amazing there, small waterfall, short trail but convenient campsite for the ones who want to relax without high expectations.

Very nice place for cooling down your busy hearts and day to day living.....water is crystal clear and place is well maintained

We had great time The camping is very comfortable The water very clean Huge trees

Nice park...99% empty of people on random wednesday. Waterfall is impressive. 230 bhat for forienger loses 1 star. Also the uphill trail was closed, so there is not much hiking here, mostly just the huge waterfall.

We paid 200thb/person for foreign price to get in to the park. However its clean and nice. Not the best waterfall but you get to soak in the water if you want. You can camp there too.

Expensive park at 200 baht for non citizens and the trails are all under construction. Did not enjoy this park. I hope they put the money toward finishing the couple trails to get to the waterfall and bridge. There was a nice little information educational center at the visitor center though. I had to translate from Thai. 15th National park ever created in Thailand.

Beautiful pagoda and well maintained surroundings. Wear thick socks if you want to walk around the pagoda in day time or start in the evening because shoes are not allowed. The museum is quite interesting. It contained items donated from the locals. You'll get to see a glimpse of how they live over time.

Lovely temple in Tak northern Thailand. Is created in Myanmar style as not far from that border. Definitely worth a visit if in area

The Buddidh temple in Tak.There is the big Buddha and the beautiful golden pagodas.

Great 👍

A hot day to walk around but it is a lovely temple with lots of shops to buy offerings. Definitely worth a visit.

Look lovely. Chanting and beautiful photos. Fab r

Nice relaxing Spiritual Museum

Place to buy jade at a very reasonable price. They test it in front of you. If you don't speak Thai or Burmese, get an interpreter so you can bargain.

The poor vendors were still trying to clean up and awaiting the return of electricity after the usual annul floods with virtually no shop open within the building and pools of water in low lying areas. There were some very interesting shops in the nearby streets with a variety of wooden and other statues. Lovely people but be wary of those on the other side of the barbed wire as I was "short changed" of several paid for products on what was a tiring and hot day.

We visited here yesterday (14 October 2022). It was quite and dark. Not pleasant walk at all. Each small booth sold almost the same thing. Gems, jade, snacks, electronic stuffs from China, Burmese clothes. Some wooden carvings were interesting though. We didn’t buy anything. In our opinion, if you would like to see the border between Burma and Thai, you could come and take a quick look. That’s all. The market was so so.

Right at the Western most Border Crossing of Thailand 🇹🇭 and Myanmar 🇲🇲. Well worth a visit.

Only about half of the stalls open when I went 17/8/22 and very few patrons. Mostly jewellery, foodstuffs and everyday items available. I had a really nice PadThai on the outside of the market. There's some antique shops at the other end of the market in the street opposite the carpark.

Big market near the boarder bridge to Myamar. You can find a lot things from Myamar. Also you can get dry fish and fresh shrimps in diverent sizes. Mae Sot - sea in Myamar about 150 km Mae Sot - sea in Thailand about 700 km

In this market I bought a silver ring with gem stone and some clothes. The market is not that big but fun to walk around.

Very hot natural water from earth…. Rare place to visit…love this place! Must visit if you are around Mae sot

Maekasa hot springs is definitely a place not to miss at Maesot in Tak province. The place is clean and to soak your feet for a warm relaxing sensation for free. You can book a private room to get a dip in the hot spring water tubs for an extra fee of 60bht per person to enjoy the benefits of the natural minerals bath from the hot spring on your skin. This would boost blood circulation to reduce stress and tension in the muscles. It soothes relief from pain and skin irritation. Not to forget to take a quick shower after and drink plenty of water. Also available are small pretty baskets of chicken and quail eggs to dump in the hot water and in 20 minutes ready to pop them in your mouth with the savory Maggie sauce. Try to walk in the dangling wooden hanging bridge but be careful of the broken weak wooden planks. Tread attentively up to the shrine cave. Many Burmese tourists and locals devotees offer their reverence at the shrine. Not to miss the nearby Maekasa Waterfall.

A little run-down and needs some loving care and attention. We didn't see any staff members around to help or ask questions when we visited on a quiet Thursday morning, but at least you can sit and enjoy the (hot!) footspa for free, and the little fountain they have built for the thermal water to flow out from is very impressive. But for a really relaxing experience, try the other hot spring on the other side of town - it's worth the extra money.

(LONG WAY DO NOT WALK OR TRY TO GO BY PUSHBIKE)🗻 You need a car or motorbike to get here Took me 1hr 30 mins to get there Bring food (unless you love chillies) You can buy eggs to cook 3/4hour it took! The water is to hot to put your feet in But you can hire rooms as in photos cheap☺ On the main highway next to 7/11 are a few thai food stalls were you can eat The land on the way is very lush Also there are a lot of 1baht water machines along the way you can fill a bottle with cold water🗻 Very little English spoken or writen Mostly Thai visitors You will need at lest 4to5hrs to enjoy this trip from start to finnish♢ Very few people who are not from Asia have visited here if you want to cure some pains then bath in the waters🗻

Great place to cook some eggs and relax for an afternoon. There is even a short hike to a cave if you’re interested.

Experience a hot spring like a local...very local. Off the beaten trail.

Nature hot spring and a Buddhist temple beside it.

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very biggest sleep(lying)buddha statues have there.many interesting place in there.

You should not miss to visit world biggest laying down Buddha statue. Moreover, another attraction is inside the statue. Do you want to know what's hidden inside? Ok, let go and find it out. ^_^. It will make you impress.

Nice place and huge Buddha

amazing architect of pagoda. No need to pay charges.

The biggest Buddha in our Mon state

For tourist probably a bit disappointing since the Statue is not finished yet and the inside is nothing special.

You can see the whole city from this Pagoda and it is best to visit in the evenings like I did. Peaceful and the locals say your visit to Mawlamyine won't complete without getting to Kyaikthanlan pagoda.

One of the most Beautiful Pagodas in Myanmar. Located at and elevated place in Mawlamyine is reachable by Elevator lift. And can be descended following the steps. This Pagoda can be seen prominently from all places in Mawlamyine. The Pagoda has very beautiful idols of Large Buddha and reclining Buddha.. more images around the Pagoda. On one side of the Pagoda beautiful scenes of the lower reaches upto the river can be seen . Down the steps idols of angel like apsaras are lining to welcome the visitors.

Can see the whole city of Mawlamyine from the hill top. Calm and peaceful place to relieve the stress. The guards are friendly. We even left our foot wears unattended but not stolen. Good place to visit even if you're not a Buddhist.

Kyeik Than Lan Pagoda is a beautiful pagoda that offers a panoramic view of the city and a vantage point to enjoy the sunset. There was a power blackout but luckily we completed our tour of the pagoda.

The location of the pagoda allows for some amazing views of Mawlamyine and the surrounding area. It’s a nice quiet place to reflect, walk about, enjoy the view and cool off in what seems to be an ever-present breeze. There is also a covered walkway on the north side that leads to the Mahamuni Pagoda.

One of the historical and pride of Mawlamyine. It's located at higher so you can see good seeing likes fields, trees and Thanlwin river.

Best sunset spot in town! There is a charge for parking your motorbike (200 kyat from memory) but apart from that the rest is donations/up to you!

Very beautiful Pagoda. It's not crowded and there is a very peaceful atmosphere. Everything is very clean.

This place was almost empty when I visited in the early afternoon. Maybe the heat was keeping people away, or maybe the construction. Large, gold Buddha, that imitates the more famous one in the Mandalay area.

It is located in Mawlamyine township. Near kyaikthalan Pagoda. You can see the View of sunset 🌇

I saw new escalator and covered this with glasses. Looked cool and impressive. If u got Mawlamyine, it should join with it.

Peaceful.

Quiet, Peace and Nice View from the top of the Mountain. The peace seeker must go there once in a Life.

Nice view, river, mountain, island, bank, forest, city sky view, and other pagoda. This is a good view point and a good place to pay homage to the Triple-Gem and also a noble silence place to meditate and moreover a good place to sit and read and to walk.

Natural beauty and clean environment. You can free fish, bird and tortoise 🦈🐟🕊🦩in the water. You can see the natural cave and modern with buddha statues in the internal and learn about Sadan through the whole cave. After learning, the villagers make funds from riding the boat. 🌲🌴

The most attractive place in Hpa An. The 10 minute walk into the natural cave (from the entrance to the exit) and a short boat trip that goes through the cave are what makes this place really amazing and memorable 😍. Highly recommended

The longest Cave in the Hpa An. At the end of the cave , there was a boat we could rent to go back . On the way of the boat trip, you can take amazing landscape view such as rice paddies and Mountain Range.

It is really dark inside the cave when the electricity is off. Even the generator is not working at the crowded time during public holidays. You must need to open your flash light from your mobile phone and be careful to walk non-slipping on the walkway. But, you can feel the real taste of the natural cave. Enjoy!

Nice and Wonderful Religious Place , One of the famous places in Hpa-An , Revisit again in 2026 .

A stunning cave where one is greeted by the many Buddhas at the cavern-like entrance. Wear non-slip footwear and bring a torch to walk through the cave (maybe slippery at times). Be greeted by a burst of bright light and a lovely tranquil lake. The transition from darkness to brightness brought a smile to my face. :) We chartered long wooden boats and paddled through a cave that is half submerged with water. It was an awesome ride with plentiful of photo-taking opportunities. Enjoy!

The most impressive cave. You can walk through from entrance to exit of cave. At exit of the cave, boat are waiting for you to get car parking. One boat for maximum six people. Fees is kyat 6,000 (Oct 2019). Option 1, you can walk back from exit to entrance if you don't love to go back by boat. Option 2, you can go back car parking by boat from exit of cave. For option 2, you must take your slipper or shoes with you. Because you have to walk 5 minutes to the car parking after boat trip. Best time to go this cave is evening between 4 pm and 5 pm.

The highest peak in Karen State, and often considered the most stunning mountain in Myanmar, offers a breathtaking hiking experience. The round trip takes approximately three hours, and you'll find ample resting spots along the trail. However, one downside is that many visitors to Myanmar tend to neglect proper waste disposal. Despite bringing food and water on their journey, they often leave trash behind, resulting in a littered path that detracts from the natural beauty of the area. Would definitely give 4 or 5 stars if they clean up all the trash

Reached the foot of the mountain at 430am to hike up for the sun rise. You will be surprised that there are many people who are climbing up and down at that hour too. The whole hike is largely made up of steps hence it is suitable for many, although it can still be tiring for the average person. However the mountain has much litter and rubbish from people who climb up and eat along the way. Might not have tge best smells and views at certain points of the climb as compared to other mountains in South East Asia. Sunrise was covered by mist but I was still able to see the movement of the orange ball rise upwards. Still worth the climb.

It was worth it. I'm not gonna say no if someone invites me to go again. But I could barely walk until more than a week had passed. When we got there, having noodles, then we saw some foreigners (a korean guy and an American, I'm not sure about the American) They were told not to continue. They didn't have a chance to see the views from the top of the mountain. Miserable...

A challenging yet rewarding hike, it offers peace and deep connection to nature and heritage. A must-do for both heart and soul.

Took me 1h 50m to get up from the "buddha gardens" and I am reaaaaly slow. Take 3 steps, stop and wanna cry 😂 It was challenging, only stairs up (please, do not go in flipflops in dark), though when the sun is up, locals do it in slippers. Don't go without a flash light if you go for sunrise/sunset (mobile would do in the worst case). The view it breathtaking. Would go again. Watch out for the monkeys, don't leave your things around, or they'll take it. Remember, they are wild and can be really aggressive.

Monk Zwekapin is a beautiful and spiritually important cave monastery complex on the slopes of a sacred mountain near Hpa-An, Myanmar. It is famous for its golden reclining Buddha, longevity statues, and its breathtaking natural setting, making it a key stop for both pilgrims and travelers exploring the region.

A very nice hike and view from the top. Please note that there is the western entrance (Lumbini Buddha gardens) that is half stairs, half hiking and there is the eastern entrance (other side of the mountain), which is purely stairs. Eastern entrance is faster but less scenic, good for the sunrise hike up. It took me 1 h 20 mins up and 1 h down. If you don't have a motorbike, I suggest going up east side and going down west side. Having a motorbike western one would be more logical. For west side grippy shoes are required. Suggest going as early as possible for sunrise or at least good visibility or late afternoon for sunset. Both cases would need a headlamp, even while big parts of the paths are illuminated.

I travelled to this pagoda at the evening of last month during the rainy season. At that time, there was a few people and I was felt of the peace and my mind was safe and full of energy. Every body should pay respect there.

A must-visit when you come to Hpa-an, you will see a peaceful and beautiful nature.

This pagoda is situated at the top of the small hill, surrounded by a lake, at which visitors can feed fish 🐟. One of the places in Hpa-An where free meals are served to visitors.

A very beautiful temple and pagoda at the top of the mountain. So stunning. Wish to be there again. ❤️

Amazing Pagoda on the top of the rock. Really fascinating how it has been built. This is also an amazing Sunset point for photographers and lovers : the area is totally peaceful, and all you have to do is enjoy.

Kyaut Ka Lat Pagoda is made up of beautiful rock formations in a serene lake atop a limestone pinnacle with Mt Zwekabin as the backdrop. The small platform on top is used for meditation. No photography is allowed as the platform is narrow. Nice!

Great spot for sunset the Pagoda sits on the top of a rock formation in the middle of the lake. Seriously big fish in the lake and some other animals. You can't climb all the way up just like 7m up to some praying point so don't expect to go to the top. Still a fun place to spend your sunset time

KawGon Cave, in Kayin State is a limestone cave full of ancient and modern pagodas. The 7th Century artworks of tiny clay Buddhas plastered on the walls of the cave is an amazing sight. On the left hand side of the entrance is a flight of steps (about 250 steps in total) for a panoramic view of the surroundings. Very nice! PS: For a visit to shrines in Myanmar, a pair of slippers, a plastic bag to keep your shoes, wet tissue and a bottle of purified water will go a long way. Over-the-knee attire is a must.

Located at west side of Thanlwin along with other famous caves, YaThaePyan, BayinNyi and Bat cave. The cave is covered with thousands of Buddha statues. It's a limestone cave and people considered it as a Buddhist temple. It's quite obvious that it's a buddhist temple. But, KawGon cave also have scriptures about the holy trinity of Hinduism and even an image of the Ganesh(မဟာပိန္နဲ). There have also been found Mon scriptures of 7th century. People believe that most of the Buddha statues were donated by Martaban, the wife of Thaton King Manuha. It is said that Queen Martaban escaped and hid there when King Anawrahta of Bagan kingdom conquered Thaton kingdom and took King Manuha. I'm not gonna tell all the details right here. So, go explore yourself there. It's worth it.

As it is historical and wonderful for visiting and going on a pilgrimage to this place discovered since AD 7 century. As you see it , though it is not long inside the cave, it is worth enjoying this. And form this cave , you can go to the Yathebyan Cave 150 feet long inside and you would feel it amazed to be there and its story and nearby there natural water cave to explore surprisingly.

Very beautiful carvings on the cave walls. There are also a lot of cute monkeys around! Take the stairs on the left for a beautiful view! Definitely worth of visiting!

Kaw Gon Cave is located on Hpa-An, Kayin State, Myanmar. This limestone cave (AD.7) is historical and cultural heritage of Myanmar. You will see Buddha Statues which were curved on the cave's walls. Go and visit there. I'm sure you will like it.

We visited 27.Dec.2015. This Cave is 130 feet length and 70 feet wide, only about 25 feet in height means it will not be very large cave. No specific history indicate that limestone caves were decorated by Mon queen MOTE TA MA , wife of the Mon King Manuha. King Manuha was arrested by Bagan King Anawyahta then queen MOTE TA MA fled and hided in this cave and she has been established in this filming. At AD1827 British Ambassador John carrot ford , in 1835 Richard Tan, in 1836 Saint Judson, visited and studied. There are seven ink letters and one stone letter.

An ancient cave complex with thousands of Buddha statues! Please remember to take off your footwear upon entering the holy grounds. Climb the flight of stairs to the summit of the cave rock formation for the amazing panoramic views of the surrounding fields.

The photos don’t do Justice to this Buddhist site. The actual stone is balanced in a way that it seems impossible when you actually look at it. The ride in special built open trucks up the hill to the site and back is invigorating to say the least. Worth the trip…

From the urban to rural and mountain trip are better for the health, fresh & relaxed. Very good for reducing stress 👍

you can see the amazing style of buddhist temple on the slope stone over the hill that across the many valley.You would like the beautiful sense of sunrise and sunset view from the top of the mountain

Kyaiktiyo is particularly charming on rainy days. Exciting shuttle bus, quiet village, beautiful scenery, stress relief. Welcomes everyone to visit the dreamy Kyaiktiyo.

Visited by Buddhist pilgrims, this historical and sacred pagoda is on top of the rock situated at the hilltop. You can go either by hiking or taking the bus to the top of the mountain. Perfect for nature lovers.

Very Famous Pagoda in Myanmar .It is located in Kyaithto township, Mon State.

​The Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, universally known as the Golden Rock, is an extraordinary and deeply sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site in Myanmar's Mon State. Perched precariously on the edge of a cliff, the rock itself is a granite boulder covered in gold leaf, seemingly defying gravity—a truly jaw-dropping sight that makes the challenging journey entirely worthwhile.

It's a nice place with so many things to explore and learn history and culture about Taungoo dynasty. However, don't expect too much since it's a rebuilt palace.

This is not the original sixteenth century palace. It's a recent reproduction from the 1990s. The current structures are good reminders of what stood there once, but they feel hollow and lacking. The grounds are beautiful and worth a visit, but the palace could benefit greatly from the addition of period furniture and artwork.

The Kanbawzathadi Golden Palace is a wonderful collection of buildings situated in a huge complex that is surrounded with a old buildings underground. The main showcase building is the Bee Throne Hall. If you are visiting the palace grounds by yourself, make sure to inquire about entrances that are open to tourists. The palace opens daily from 9 am until 5 pm, except on Burmese national holidays and important Buddhist holidays. The architecture of the palace is striking. Some of the buildings have kept their gold leaf ornamentation, while those that no longer have it are painted in a deep gold color. The palace has an exhibition rooms, but the exhibits need significant improvement. This is one of the great architecture of Hantharwady dynasty of Mon and then Burmese Empire. ___ Reconstruction of King Bayinnaung’s 16th century palace Kanbawzathadi Golden Palace in Bago is a reconstruction of the original Royal palace from the second half of the 16th century. The very ornate golden palace gives a good impression of the splendor and wealth of the second Burmese empire. It was rebuilt following the original design, based on knowledge gained from excavations and the original drawings of the building. The huge palace consisted of 76 apartments and halls. King Bayinnaung of the Taungoo dynasty The palace dates from a very prosperous time in Burmese history. It was built by King Bayinnaung of the Taungoo dynasty, a vast empire that included much of present day Burma, Thailand and parts of China. Bayinnaung was one of Burma’s greatest rulers, a mighty King who possessed many white elephants, a sign of wealth and power at that time. The King even obtained a sacred Buddha tooth relic from Sri Lanka, which he had installed in the Mahazedi Pagoda. Bayinnaung built the new capital of the second Burmese empire, a large city called Hanthawadi (present day Bago) surrounded by walls with 20 gates. The palace was built on a 70 acres plot located at the center of the city. Construction started in 1553. Records written by European visitors to the city tell about the magnificence and splendor of the richly gilded palace. Some of its buildings like the Great Audience Hall were roofed with gold plates. The palace was looted and burnt down in 1599 during armed conflict. Its remains were abandoned, and the palace was not rebuild until the late 20th century. Excavation works started in 1990. Six mounds were excavated, revealing the brick foundations of several of the palace buildings. Several hundred of the original teak pillars used for the construction of the palace in the 16th century were found, many of them inscribed with Mon texts, as well as nearly 2,000 Buddha images. The Bhammayarthana Throne Hall, also called Bee Throne Hall contained the private quarters for the King, including the Royal bed chamber and living chamber. This very ornate building has multiple roof sections and false floors, and is topped with a Pyatthat, a seven tiered Burmese style roof. Other buildings contained the chambers of members of the Royal family. There used to be 9 Royal Thrones in the Kanbawzathadi Golden palace, each decorated with a different motif and used for different occasions. Eight of them were destroyed by fire, the only surviving is the Thihathana Throne, also called Lion Throne because of the lion figures carved on it. The gilded, hard wood throne is on display in the National Museum in Yangon. On the palace grounds is the Nandawya research museum, which exhibits items and artifacts found during the excavations, as well as information about the history of the second empire. On display are a number of the original 16th century teak pillars and items like pottery, scales and weighs used for commerce, ancient coins, glazed jars, swords and other weapons. The museum also contains a collection of 16th century Buddha images in Mon, Siamese and Burmese styles from the palace. ___ Ref: Renown Travel

Very crowded on Sunday. A lot of couples, so be ware before you enter any shady spaces. Not much facilities are accessible due to renovation. Ticket price only 1000/- per pax and 1000/- per car.

​The Kanbawzathadi Golden Palace in Bago, Myanmar, is a magnificent and essential stop for any traveler interested in the rich tapestry of Burmese history and architecture. As a painstaking reconstruction of King Bayinnaung's 16th-century royal residence, it offers a vivid, if modern, impression of the wealth and splendor of the Second Burmese Empire.

King Bayintnaung succeeded throne of Taungoo Empire in AD 1551. Kanbawza Thadi Palace was built in AD 1553. This palace was destructed and fired in AD 1599. It was reconstructed in 1990 and finished in 1992. It was located at the ancient Hanthawady (now Bago city) near Shwe Mawdaw chedi.

I came here on Thadingyut Full Moon. When you got to the entrance gate, a female worker was very impatient because the front-ride side window wasn't able to open and told them to get the money for ticket from the back-left side window. The front-right window was our driver so we didn't gave him the money yet. But that female worker just acts like she didn't hear it. Our driver even told her but she just goes away. Even the security old man has to say. And when we got inside the palace, they wanted to take the tickets like we have already paid the money and got the tickets but giving them in the palace back is not understandable for foreigners and other domestic travelers. Like they are making the work harder. Like, they are making a small problem bigger.

The Shwe Maw Daw Pagoda, located in the heart of Bago, radiates a timeless golden glow. Standing at 114 meters, it is not only the tallest pagoda in Myanmar but also a powerful symbol of the deep-rooted faith that has endured in the hearts of its people for over a thousand years. According to legend, the pagoda was originally built more than 2,500 years ago by two Mon traders to enshrine a sacred hair relic of the Buddha. Despite suffering damage from several earthquakes over the centuries, it has been continuously restored—an enduring testament to the community’s unwavering commitment to preserving its spiritual heritage. The architecture of Shwe Maw Daw is a graceful blend of Mon and Burmese styles. The intricate decorative patterns surrounding the structure reflect both artistic delicacy and deep reverence for traditional craftsmanship. To truly appreciate its ethereal beauty, the best time to visit is after 5 PM. As the sun begins to set, the pagoda is bathed in a warm golden light that glows softly against the sky. By nightfall, its illuminated form shimmers like a vision from myth, casting a dreamlike aura that lingers long after the visit ends.

Stunning and impressive structure. This temple has a history of over 1000 years as it was originally built by a Mon king as a place of worship for the two hairs given by the Buddha. At that time, the temple was only about 23m high. The stupa was elevated by several kings over the years and it now stand at 125m as the tallest stupa in the world.

The Shwemawdaw Pagoda in Bago, Myanmar, is a majestic testament to the country's rich cultural and religious heritage. Standing at a towering height of 114 meters, it is often referred to as the "Golden God Temple" due to its glistening exterior adorned with gold leaf. The pagoda's grandeur is immediately apparent upon approach, with its intricately designed spire dominating the skyline. As visitors ascend the stairs to reach the main platform, they are greeted by a serene atmosphere and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The interior of the pagoda houses a sacred relic chamber, adding to its spiritual significance. Devotees and tourists alike are captivated by the peaceful ambiance and the devout worship taking place within. The architecture reflects a blend of Mon and Burmese styles, showcasing the historical amalgamation of cultures in the region. The ornate details, including delicate carvings and vibrant decorations, highlight the meticulous craftsmanship that went into its construction. A visit to Shwemawdaw Pagoda is not only a cultural experience but also a spiritual journey. Whether one is drawn by its architectural splendor, religious importance, or panoramic views, this pagoda stands as a symbol of Myanmar's enduring legacy and is a must-see destination for those exploring the country's treasures.

A must-go place in Yangon m, Myanmar. The tallest pagoda(114 meters) Very beautiful pagoda. Best time to go after 5pm where you can view the sunset and night scene with gold lighting. peaceful place to spend your time. “If life is the most successful, wish it was as high as the top of a pagoda. If life goes down may fall down like the top of a pagoda”

A historical place in Bago and Burmese history. 500 yrs ago,The emperor of the largest Burmese kingdom had ever been Visited this pagoda(at that time it was in their enemy territory )with his brother in law who was a Local king (later assassinated) for his coming of age ceremony. Years later,he conquered all the land and chose to build his new Grand palace near this pagoda where he can see it everyday. This pagoda is beautiful. A lot of shady trees. Love this place more cuz I once have a chance to visit here with my crush

One of the most memorable pagodas in Myanmar. Shwe Maw Daw is in Bago, a city that is not too far from Yangon, a couple of hours by car. You could visit it as a day trip or on your way to Mandalay. Shwe Maw Daw is older than many other pagodas in Myanmar and is very popular with tourists and locals. Other than the stupa and the various temples, take the time to observe everyday scenes, albeit discreetly. More than anything, Shwe Maw Daw is a meeting place for the local community. Other than those coming to pray, I observed family outings and a picnic or two.

A must-go place in yangon. Very beautiful pagoda. Best time to go after 5pm where you can view the sunset and night scene of the stupa. It's so beautiful at night! Many devotees do their meditation in this place. Remember, short and Bermudas are not allowed.

More than just architecture—it’s a spiritual journey. You can sense the devotion in every stone. Hope to walk its sacred grounds someday.

Kyaik Pun Pagoda is one of the most famous pagodas in Bago city. It is renowned for its impressive structure featuring four Buddha statues, each facing a different direction. Within the pagoda compound, there are several persimmon trees, locally known as Diospyros burmanica. During the summer, many visitors sit and rest under the shade of these trees, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. The entrance road to the pagoda is both wide and long, creating a grand and welcoming approach. Overall, visiting Kyaik Pun Pagoda was a mesmerizing experience, and I definitely plan to return again in the future.

Wonderful historic four huge buddha images in four opposite directions. The Kyaik Pun Pagoda is a small Buddhist monastery near the town of Bago, known for its four towering images of the Buddha visible from far away. The impressive 27 meter high images are out in the open, without shelter from the elements by any covering temple structure. The Kyaik Pun Pagoda was built in 1476 by Dhammazedi, a devout Buddhist and King of the Mon Kingdom of Hanthawaddy (Pegu). The Kyaik Pun Pagoda or Kyaikpun Paya is an active place of worship; the images are highly revered by Laotian Buddhists who come to pay their respect.

Not so well maintained Pagoda with 4 buddhas. Since they charge foreigners 10000 MMK to roam around and visit places in Bago, they should maintain this place.

If you are in Bago and on the lookout for more pagodas to visit, Kyaik Pun Pagoda distinguishes itself from others in the city with a giant four-sided Buddha statue that's out in the open. It won't take you long to cover this relatively modest location.

Good relaxation place with planty of seat although poor plants.

Nice temple with buddha statue on four sides. Its a calm place. Washroom can be maintained better.

This appears to be the outdoor version of Shwethalyaung Buddha found nearby. It's quieter but pretty exposed so can get very warm. You can get some great pictures of this Buddha from the Mahar Zahde Pagoda down the road

Very long and huge Buddha. What's interesting is how carefree he looks like... The view was perfect except for the ongoing reconstruction.

Another reclining Buddha seen here. It's not very well maintained.

Small stopover on our amazing trip but definitely a must.

Very beautiful reclining Buddha in attractive surroundings. Well worth the visit.

Place of worship with a giant statue of Buddha must visit if in bago.

Neat because it is outdoors, and can be seen from the top of nearby Maha Zayde Pagoda.

Beautiful reclining Buddha and very important temple for the local people who come here to pray. A lot of stalls where things are sold to the tourists and locals as well. We enjoyed our visit very much.

This is a place where Buddhists come to pray. It is an important place in Myanmar. And the temple area has a market selling souvenirs. I like many products here. We can negotiate prices with sellers. I bought a Burmese sarong to wear to visit the Shwedagon Pagoda. good products and good price negotiable.

Shwe Thar Lyaung Buddha - the reclining Buddha: Exactly 54 years after my last visit I revisited this reclining Buddha Temple. It was the same. In addition the images in the narration of the incidents that led to building of this reclining Buddha were depicted on the rear side. There was a time that the statue cannot be captured fully by any camera. Now sweep panorama enables to capture full image.

Mustgo place in Bago. Famous and historic, many Buddhist tourists came to pay homage as well. the great artwork of laying Buddha Image and its embossed frescos are worth visiting.

Amazing historical reclining buddha image.The Shwethalyaung Buddha is one of the largest reclining Buddha images in Burma. It is housed in the Shwethalyaung Paya in Bago, an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists who come here to pay homage to the Buddha.

Reclining Buddha created in 994 A.D. by King Migadipa. On the back side, you can see the entire story behind the reason for building it.

Very interesting Pagoda. It's included in the 10,000 Kyats tickets that foreigners have to pay.

One of the best place to visit in Kayin State. The sunrise is truly amazing and the nature is stunning. Highly recommended ❤️

This is the church located in Than Taung Gyi township. It locate over 4500 ft above sea level, choice to go in summer to avoid heat. There way to mountain is one way and you may love the nature of Bago yoma mountain and forest. Good view point and you might love coffee from Than Taung Gyi township, that grow locally and taste is so good. Recommend to taste it.

This place is regarded as a sacred place of Christian. This place is a nice and quiet place and it is good for praying and meditation. Many people come and visit to this place. There are rules and regulations but some people who came to this place break that rules. So, if we visit there, we should avoid such kind of attitude.

Very nice and beautiful scene.. Many people come there as it becomes popular. Recommend to go but advice to go with good manner because this is holy place...

Breathtaking view from the top of the mountain. Toilet is not in good condition during my visit in January 2019 on top of mountain. Water tanks are running out of water on the stairsway. Electric Lights at night. Can see the small cloud sea around 5:30-7:00 in the morning. New prayer mountain is also worth the visit with mini hiking.

Holy Mt. Naw Bu Baw is one of the most scenic and pictresque places in Kayin state. The place is defined as the prayer mount for Karen people. It is located in quiet and peaceful small town called Thandaung Gyi. You can taste Karen traditional culture and cuisine at there.

Peaceful place with fresh air and nice view.About 48 km drive from Taunggu.You will experience cool weather.Only local food staff and small chinese restaurant is available.It is better to have the food in Taunggu.

Uppatasanti Pagoda is the most famous in Nay Pyi Taw. This place is quite calm and peaceful. It also has beautiful architecture inside.

Very good charming, shining in Nay Pyi Taw. It is very large and tall. For getting up and down, many people use elevator. No entrance fee charge even for foreigners. Inside the pagoda on the wall there stories of Buddha life episodes. Good to visit. Local people go there to listen to monks teaching. Besides the pagod there is local market selling souvenirs.

One of the best and we'll maintained Pagoda... Try to reach early so that there is less crowd and cool... Beautifully decorated... A must visit

The replica of Shwedagon pagoda but built at a really nice scale. The roof inside is really beautiful and on a not so hot day you will love walking on the marble floors. There are lifts on all the corners if you don't want to climb. Also, you can find a few shopping options and eating spots which are rare in the city. Spare around 2-3 hours for a good visit.

The Pagoda is magnificent. 98 meters tall makes this Pagoda just one meter shorter than the famous Shwedagon in Yangon. Almost no tourists when we visited, just a few locals. I recommend visiting Uppatasanti Pagoda if you come to the capital. Because there were almost no people and perfectly clean it made a stronger impression than Shwedagon.

For all of the pagodas we visited in Myanmar, this was one of the best, even though it's only a replica of Shwedagon pagoda- Uppatasanti Pagoda was waaaay better! The lights at night is very beautiful too. On the road, you can already see a glimpse of it, that seems to invite you and visit the place! This is one of the best!!!!

It´s nearly a same-size of Shwedagon pagoda in Yangon and stands 99 meters tall. Very quiet and very peaceful place.

The food was delicious, and the staff was both friendly and professional.

Food is delicious. Very beautiful place. Freshly made food as well. Big portion so u can consider based on your food intake. A little bit pricy tho.

A very nice place. But a place for Feeling bad. Arrived at 7:32 p.m. Till 8:00 p.m. no one came and asked. I don't know how the waiters and waitresses are serving the guest. Then I left at 8:10 p.m. TERRIBLE

Best Thai restaurant in town. Very friendly staff. Spa is amazing. The price can be a bit high. But it's worths your money.

Good food Good Spa Expensive Good coconut in NayPyiTaw

Good place, great taste.

High end spa and food service in Nay Pyi Taw giving a quite surprise. Your body will be happily refleshing.

Can easily find local and foreign liquor, snacks and cigerrets.

You can buy variety of liquors.

Fair price

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Visited in 2015 but just been looking through pics. Loved going up this. Such an impressive place. All covered in to walk up so you are away from the sun. Monkeys keep you on your toes. Fantastic view from the top.

My visit was in 2007, so things might have changed since, but my memories are of being treated exceptionally well by everyone I met, except for the monkeys, so of whom were quite rude... I travelled with a Burmese family I had met a few days earlier, and they had 'adopted' me and wanted me to join them on their pilgrimage. There are so many shrines to various 'nat' on the way up, and stupas everywhere. There is a lot to take in! Views from the top are spectacular, and even everyday occurrences are interesting to observe. The monkeys can be a nuisance, but you must not attack them because 1) it is a temple and 2) it is ineffective anyway.

The best part of visiting Mt Popa is arriving but definitely worth the visit if you pair it with another site in the environs. Be prepared to hike many steps and fend off the monkeys. The monkeys WILL grab at you so keep your possessions close. There are ample food stands so it is OK to arrive hungry.

Visited on a Wednesday morning and there was no crowds. We treked 30mins to get there from the Popa Mountain Resort. Great view of the mountain top monastery is from the pool deck of the resort which is open to day trippers. Best view at sunset. The monkies were no problem. Many cleaners were cleaning the steps and asking for personal donations. There was a sign above a donation box saying to put donations in the box only.

Went back in 2019. It was a beautiful temple to walk around. Just be careful of the monkeys. One of them stole my drink. Here! Evidence:

Hike up takes you 30 mins.777 steps. Spend 15 mins up there and hike down another 15. Not bad view from above however shot from below is definitely more dramatic.

We unknowingly headed down to Mt Popa during one of the local festivals. As such, it was very crowded/chaotic, but an interesting experience by itself. Hiking up was mostly done bare-footed and up cemented/metal stairs. Like some of the reviews I've read around, the view is really better on the ground (of the volcano & monastery on it) than hiking up and being on the main view itself! So it really depends on your agenda here. Very worth your while to also read up on the significance/meaning of this volcano before heading over.

Not too crowded, but lots of monkeys. Though the stairs are not very clean, but it’s good to walk up here and immerse in this spiritual place and surrounding.

Nice from far...but closer the place is really grubby and littered. You have to walk up barefoot and the stairs and area is dirty(despite cleaners trying to keep it clean for donations) from the troops of monkeys roaming around. Don't carry any visible food to attract these animals. There are also too many "donation stations" and boxes - the most commercial Monastery I have seen. Rather charge an entry fee and make the place better. However, the view from the top is lovely and worth the effort.

Pretty & Divine place. One gets a scenic view of terrain around the hill. We need to climb the hill by vehicle. The Pagoda is surrounded by many shops below. We saw moderate crowd on Saturday morning. It did not take much time to visit this place. Due to shortage of time to cover other places at Bagan, we could not remain at the top scenic view point for longer time. But it is worth staying a minimum half a day at Popa!

Popa mountain is popular for traditional holy spirits. The monkeys there are so disturbing for visitors.

Beautiful views, quite a few stairs. Worth a visit if you are in Mandalay region or are visiting Bagan.

The novelty and view of the place is not worth the absolutely disgusting trek to get there. From a distance, the temple looks really amazing which should be good enough. The climb is not difficult, but many monkeys live on the mountain and you have to walk up barefoot. That means you're making the trek up barefoot through a public toilet for monkeys. There is monkey pee and poo everywhere and is unavoidable. You will definitely get it on your feet. The view at the top is pretty good, but the temples themselves are not that nice. Not worth it in my opinion.

Great view from the top. Shoes are not allowed going up. Must keep antibacterial wet wipes and sanitizer handy for your feet. You'll encounter a lot of monkeys. Make sure to keep sunglasses, food, and drinks away from them. 777 steps going up.