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.

Traditional Place

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful, need a little more care It will be a great tourist attraction. I really like it. (Original) สวยงามมาก ดูแลเอาใจใส่อีกหน่อย จะเป็นสถานที่ท่องเที่ยวอันยิ่งใหญ่เลย ชอบมากครับ

(Translated by Google) Interesting building with a wooden throne inside: a rather popular tourist destination together with the nearby temple with a large python. (Original) Interessante edificio con all'interno un trono ligneo: meta turistica piuttosto frequentata assieme al vicino tempio con grosso pitone.

(Translated by Google) Hongsawadee in the past, the era of prosperity and power (Original) หงสาวดีในอดีตยุครุ่งเรืองอำนาจ

(Translated by Google) very beautiful (Original) สวยงามมาก

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.

FREE entry and worth seeing this massive massive rock python. it is very much alive and moved alot when i was there. the way there is down dirt roads and some really disgusting trash dumps. look out for the big american Buick thats turned into a buddhist herse that drives up and down pagoda road

Big snake, a lot of tourists. A strange setting but apparently the snake is a reincarnation of a monk from that monastery. It seems like most of the people just come to see the snake, not the pagoda with is sad but what can you do...

A big python snake can be seen in this pagoda. 8 viss of chicken meat was fed once a month. People believed that this snake was reincarnation of monk' mother. When we arrived there staffs and monks are forcing visitors to donate for construction of hall building.

80 snakes are living here in a small room without causing any harm

The biggest snake I have ever seen!

A small Buddhist wat, the people there are nice and there is no charge for entry. The huge snake was active when we were there. Could be worth a visit if you're looking for something to do in Bago.

The snake is 129year old. Reincarnation of the monk

View of Shwe Maw Daw Pagoda is quite good from here. It's a simple place. Need to climb some 20 steps to get there.

Clean than before and more fresh environment.🙏🙏🙏

The Hinthagon pagoda was set up by the king Tamala at Myanmar year 187 with real hair, tooth and nail of Buddha.

Peaceful,beautiful and also one of historic pagoda.

They said that long times ago, it's full of ocean water in lower Myanmar region. But one day, the first land was found near Bago city. Today that land is called Hinthargone which means land of Hinthar(shelduck) birds. You can see the Shwe Maw Daw Pagoda and sunset view.

Very noisy on the day I visited. But the air was really breezy and good up the hill.

One of the largest reclining buddah in the world.

Wonderful perspectives of very long corridors and great big hallways await visitors of the Kya Khat Wine Monastery. The monastery has a large school for young monks. It is quite easy and normal to just walk in and wander around. Nobody seems to mind. I was able to enter hallways where classes were taking place without attracting undue attention. What is surprising and lacks logic is that you are asked to remove your shoes upon entering the premises, while motorcycles circulate the same corridors unchecked.

Very famous monastery in Bago. Kya Khat Wine Monastery provides Dhamma Education for little monks. 🙏🙏🙏

It's very crown at lunchtime, people can donate to monks

A beautiful monastery. I was highly impressed by the scene of many visitors lining up to donate food to the monks who were walking in order towards the hall for lunch.

Its ok. But they need to clean more around monestry. As clients need to take of shoes , if more clean , this make us proud. Please dont ask too much for donation.

Over 400 student monks

The biggest Monastery in Bago and we can often see a lot of tourists come here for their visit when they are in Myanmar.

came here with the tour. liked the rice top up service by the lady. food was luke warm so did not enjoy it as much.

Clean restaurant near famous kyatkhawine monastry. Seen a lot of tourests in side and difficult to find a place in peak hours. Foods are spicy. Coffee is natural.

Excellent taste and fair prices

Listed as the best in town, royal is not the restaurant if you are searching for local feeling. It's probably the place for ceremonies or weddings. In fact I was the only customer despite more than hundred tables. All the staff (very kind) all for me. Food is not local but mainly Thai and Chinese, but the menu is an heaven. I had Thai green mango salad, very spicy but some of the best I ever eat, vegetables tempura and pork marinated with a black sauce, soft and tasty. Delicious. I spent 15$ because I had two beers. If you are planning a pause from the economic Asian street food, that's for you.

Good food and drinks! Bathroom could be improved,with more of them. The monestery close by

Good taste best value.

Excellent service, some good Thai dishes, tasty seafood Thai sauces, just the river prawn cooking isn't at best as Thai style.

Great local food recommended by our pretty tour guide - Pickled tea leaves salad and pork curry with mango pickled. HanthaWaddy is the previous name of Bago city.

good food big portion great service..

Food ok and price reasonable , service is good !

Touristy restaurant with reasonable price. Food and service are good.

One of the decent places to eat in Bago. Food was freshly made and they catered to our vegetarian requirement. Washroom was neat and clean. Staff was attentive and informative. We really enjoyed the coconut rice with their mango pickle. The Thai curry was well made but a bit too strong for me. The grilled eggplant salad was good.

Food is acceptable. However, wait alongggg time to have food

love the gift shop next to here. Good prices.

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.

A haven of serenity and spiritual reflection. The stillness it represents is powerful. It’s calling to something deeper within.

Temple where sacred ceremonies were performed for the king.

Huge pagoda. If you were a man, you must visit because you can walk to the middle of the pagoda to pay respect and also see the scenary overthere which surrounding with forest and pagoda.

Attractive pagoda that’s best known as the place to photograph the reclining Buddha. You’ll need a long lens (at least 200mm). Unfortunately there was a lot of smoke around when we were there. Only men are allowed to climb the pagoda.

This is probably the second best site in the entire city, after the Shwemawdaw. Views from here are excellent, and it's close to other top sites so there is no excuse not to stop here.

It is one of the huge stupas in Bago. There are 2 huge pagodas in Bago named as Shwe Maw Daw Pagoda and Mahazedi Pagoda. But, just only Mahazedi pagoda allows to climb till the half of the height of it. If so, when you get there you'll see amazing view of Bago city with many of pagoda.

The Maha Cedi is within the borders of Myanmar It is a Great Famous pagoda. He built and donated the Maha Cedi King Bayint Naung. All historians say that he was the founder of the Second Burmese Emperor. This pagoda was built by King Bayint Naung To build, donate and donate as a shrine Donated Buddha Dat Taw from Sri Lanka. On the day these elements arrived, King Bayint Naung’s The queen gave birth to a baby girl. Because she was born on the day the elements ( Dat Taw ) arrived It was named Da Tu KaLayar. That Daughter was later in Burmese history A famous historical princess of the Toungoo period It happened.

Colorful temple

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.

Tasty and well priced food in Bago. It's where most of the tour groups go. The oyster sauce chicken was delicious, same for the ginger chicken. I didn't like the tempura prawns at all. Very friendly service. Each dish around 10k

Value for money for a small group travelling. In the set menu, fresh prawns and crispy (skin) roasted duck in big portion.

Very nice local food especially belly pork, roasted duck, and deep fried eel

Good location, clean and delicious food😀 Recommended to visit when you go to Myanmar.

Can’t find any bad thing to say. VERY GOOD! Just had a dinner here. Really recommend. Just around 20000 for 1 person

Crispy sea fish fry as recommended there was great and filling. Eat with plain boiled rice.

Mid-class at its environment.....Not bad.