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Snake pagoda
A large python is enshrined in the Snake Temple, and tourists can see it up close. It is alive and sometimes swimming. It is said that this python is very spiritual. It will climb to the top of the mountain in the morning and kowtow to the sacred mountain to bless its safety. Many devout believers come to worship the snake and pray for their wishes.Pegu · 2.6km from downtown
Mya Tha Lyaung Reclining Buddha
This reclining Buddha was built in 2002 with donations from the people. The locals also have great respect for it. The reclining Buddha is in the open air, not far from Shwethalyaung Pagoda. The image of this Buddha statue is very domineering, full of the style of a king, and it is also very amiable. It is really beautiful when the sun shines.Pegu · 2.2km from downtown
Yangon Chinatown
Yangon's Chinatown has a history of hundreds of years, gathering about 150,000 local Chinese and overseas Chinese. The scene on the street looks a bit like China in the 1960s, and the old and simple tones make people imagine. The century-old Guanyin Temple (known locally as Guangdong Temple) is a popular gathering place for tourists. During the day, there is a lot of traffic in front of the temple, and the inside of the temple is crowded and very lively. Visitors can come here to chat with the temple guards about their hometown. When the lights are on, the sidewalk in front of the temple becomes a night market selling watermelon, small oranges, big durians and other fruits and clothes. In addition to numerous small commodity stores and snack bars, Chinatown also has Chinese ancestral halls and temples. Many Chinese have opened restaurants here, and Chinese food such as dumplings and ramen is readily available. Tourists who love Chinese food can eat more authentic Chinese food here.Kyauktada · 71.6km from Pegu
Bogyoke Aung San Market
Kunshan Market is the largest market in the center of Yangon, with jade jewelry, woodcarving, cloth art, art, beauty cosmetics, food, etc. It is a must-see for foreign tourists.Kyauktada · 70.7km from Pegu
St Mary's Cathedral
St. Mary's Cathedral in Yangon was built in 1895. It is a neo-Gothic style building. It is the largest Catholic church in Yangon. Many British priests have preached here. Although the exterior of the church is made of red brick and stone, with two minarets, it looks very eye-catching and very Western, but the soaring arcades and colorful decorations inside combine a variety of Southeast Asian elements, which together give people a solemn, Elegant feel.Botataung · 70.3km from Pegu
Thiri Mingala Kabar Aye Pagoda
The World Peace Pagoda, located on the Sri Bengalo Hill, 11 kilometers east of Yangon, Myanmar, is one of the famous Buddhist pagodas in Myanmar. "Sri" means "Supreme" in Pali, and "Bengali" means "auspicious", so the World Peace Pagoda is also called "Supreme Auspicious Dagan World Peace Pagoda". The history of the World Peace Pagoda is not very long, only 60 years old. Among the many temples in Myanmar, it can be regarded as a relatively young one. The pagoda was built in 1952 for the 6th World Buddhist Congress held in Yangon in 1954. The tower is 36 meters high, more than 90 meters in circumference, and the tower is hollow. The whole tower has 6 gates, and each entrance is enshrined with a huge ancestor statue, which symbolizes the sixth gathering of Buddhist scriptures. There are 28 Buddha statues on the cylindrical shrine in the tower. There is a Buddhist Art Museum in the World Peace Pagoda, which has a wide range of Buddhist statues, Buddhist scriptures, ancient bells and Buddhist utensils from all over the world. It is an important place of Buddhist culture in Myanmar and a local hot spot.Mayangon · 63.5km from Pegu
National Races Village
The Burmese Ethnic Village is located in the outskirts of Yangon. The small park contains miniature models of most of the famous scenic spots in Myanmar. Although Myanmar is a small country, it has many ethnic groups, with more than 1,300 ethnic groups. In the ethnic villages of Myanmar, some of the cultural and craft characteristics of these ethnic groups are recorded. The ethnic village is not big, and the condensed versions of the well-known scenic spots in various cities in Myanmar are scattered everywhere. The very good vegetation coverage echoes the clear lake water, which is very local. In addition, there is an ethnic handicraft shop in the park, where you can experience Burmese clothing and buy handicraft souvenirs again.Botataung · 64.8km from Pegu
Ngwesaung Beach
Weissan Beach is a great vacation spot on the southwest coast of Myanmar, 260 kilometers from Yangon. Weisan Beach stretches for 15 kilometers, the sea is clear and blue, there are few tourists, almost no one can be seen on the long white sand, and only two or three boats are moored on the sea.Myanmar · Ngwesaung
Kheng Hock Keong Chinese Temple
Qingfu Palace is the largest Chinese temple in Yangon. The temple is dedicated to Guanyin, and there are people drawing lots at the door for divination.Kyauktada · 71.8km from Pegu
Htauk Kyant War Memorial Cemetery
The Yangon War Memorial was built in 1951 to commemorate the British soldiers who died in World War II. The middle of the two promenades is connected by a circular hollow building. There is a cross in front of the circular building, blessing the deceased British soldiers.Mingaladon · 49.9km from Pegu
Free things to do in Pegu
Snake pagoda
Pegu · 2.6km from downtownMya Tha Lyaung Reclining Buddha
Pegu · 2.2km from downtownYangon Chinatown
Kyauktada · 71.6km from PeguBogyoke Aung San Market
Kyauktada · 70.7km from PeguSt Mary's Cathedral
Botataung · 70.3km from PeguThiri Mingala Kabar Aye Pagoda
Mayangon · 63.5km from PeguNational Races Village
Botataung · 64.8km from PeguNgwesaung Beach
Myanmar · NgwesaungKheng Hock Keong Chinese Temple
Kyauktada · 71.8km from PeguHtauk Kyant War Memorial Cemetery
Mingaladon · 49.9km from Pegu
What travellers say about Pegu
_CF***5428 January 2018
5.0
We also visited the Snake Temple, where a python was enshrined, which we heard was very effective.
Snake pagoda
Call me Mikkki14 November 2023
5.0
Trip.comCame here travel and visit relative family.They recommend this place, so I went with my family.Nice place for Traveller and those first time travel to this country. Thank you
Yangon Chinatown
杰尔亚历山大11 September 2023
4.0
Aung San Market mainly sells cultural relics, jewelry, jade, wood carvings, ethnic costumes, etc. I didn't see many people inside, probably because of the situation in Myanmar, but I still saw a wide variety of goods, and the locals were friendly. If you are not interested in these goods, an hour of sightseeing is enough.
Bogyoke Aung San Market
小思文19 July 2021
4.0
St. Mary's Cathedral in Yangon is a huge foreign-style church. It seems to be a building built during the colonial period. The environment of the entire church is quite elegant. Here you can see many religious decorations, layouts and design styles.
St Mary's Cathedral
philipzk3 July 2020
5.0
The Yangon Ten Thousand Grottoes is located in Yangon, the capital of Myanmar. It is also called the "Emerald Mountain" because its exterior is covered with jadeite raw stones. The interior of the temple is also magnificent and can be visited when there are no religious activities.
Thiri Mingala Kabar Aye Pagoda
Lavender and Sun13 April 2023
5.0
There are also facilities such as the National Unity Square, National Dance Hall, large water fountain and water screen movie, local food city, yacht wharf, etc. There are also circular tour buses in the village for tourists to ride for free. A good choice!
National Races Village
轻轻的一个蚊10 August 2020
5.0
When we arrived at the beach, it was low tide, and the beach leading to the island was naturally exposed. This is an absolutely pristine and natural beach. Apart from us Chinese tourists, there are only a few local fishermen. I really felt what "fine sand like cotton", "boundless blue water", "blue sea and blue sky" and "vast sea" mean.
Think about the "sea" and "ocean" in the world. There are definitely not many places left, but Ngwe Saung Beach in Myanmar is amazing. I don't know who said that Ngwe Saung Beach is one of the top ten most beautiful beaches in the world. Standing on the beach, you will feel that it deserves this title. It's worth it to go to this place and feel it!
Ngwesaung Beach
AROUND THAILAND20 May 2023
5.0
Chinese shrine, Chinatown in Yangon
Still flourishing, faith, Buddhism
From Shantou, far away, continuing
Kindness, compassion and mercy
Kheng Hock Keong Chinese Temple
yangduoduo1727 April 2020
5.0
This is a beautiful place. Very well preserved and well designed. Behind its beauty, each grave tells a sad and somber story, adding another dimension to the visitor's feelings and emotions. Pictures cannot tell the full story. One must come here to experience it in person. It is quite a distance from the city, so I am not sure if it is worth a special visit unless you are a veteran. However, for those traveling north from the city, it is worth spending about half an hour to stop here. But be aware that there are no restrooms, so plan accordingly. Do take the time to read some of the stories, it will be worth your time.
Htauk Kyant War Memorial Cemetery
