City: Mandalay Region
Top Things to do in Mandalay Region
10 Things to Do in Mandalay Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Mandalay Region (Burmese: မန္တလေးတိုင်းဒေသကြီး, pronounced [máɴdəlé táiɴ dèθa̰ dʑí], formerly Mandalay Division) is an administrative division of Myanmar. It is located in the center of the country, bordering Sagaing Region and Magway Region to the west, Shan State to the east, and Bago Region and Kayin State to the south. The regional capital is Mandalay. In the south of the division lies the national capital of Naypyitaw. The division consists of seven districts, which are subdivided into 30 townships and 2,320 wards and village-tracts.
Restaurants in Mandalay Region
1. Bagan Temples
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
An area of 42 sq km houses thousands of richly decorated pagodas & temples.
Reviewed By 918teresah - Manchester, United Kingdom
Do get a map with the temples named.There are many which are popular in the zone, but take time to see the smaller ones. These are just as interesting and less crowded with tourist and traders.Many are close by each other and some easy to reach by scooter or bicycle
2. Ananda Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By 918teresah - Manchester, United Kingdom
We first went here with a guide who explained all the architecture. It reminded us of Venice architecture.There had been lots of renovation and so lots of concrete particles and stones so it was hard on the feet.It was quite busy the first time but the next time we went very early morning and there were very few people around, which made it more interesting you could look longer at the buildings and Buddha without crowds passing you.The outside enclosed water feature was full the first time and the reversed image of the temple looked amazing. It had been emptied on our second visit.Worth going early
3. Sulamani Guphaya Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 456 reviews
Reviewed By travel4fun111 - silicon valley
It is a larger sized one, but the hallways smell of urine and people maybe living in it? You walk over the dirt with bare feet.
4. Golden Palace Monastery (Shwenandaw Kyaung)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By 918teresah - Manchester, United Kingdom
A lovely wooden structure with a interesting history about the king and family.No gold gilding remains,(possible a tiny carving) Some have been restored and a Iot of the carvings are really good, There was a team of restorers working while we were there led by an Italian lady, She explained some of the process and it was very interesting to see the process
5. Kuthodaw Pagoda & the World's Largest Book
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
The Kuthodaw Paya houses "the world's largest book", 729 marble slabs of Buddhist scriptures.
Reviewed By dw234503 - Sydney, Australia
There are many marble slabs.Each slab has a small temple. Those temples are very even and beautiful.I got peace of mind when I arrived at kuthodaw pagoda and I like trees was grown in compound.I am very interested to hear that pagoda's history. That is one of the most famous pagodas in Mandalay.
6. Shwesandaw Pagoda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 898 reviews
Reviewed By Diane4524 - Purley
Didn't know what to expect when we visited the Shwesandaw Pagoda..... it was an amazing site and had a very spiritual,atmosphere. Be warned that your knees need to be fully covered or you will be asked to wear one of their sarongs.
7. Maha Myat Muni Pagoda- Mahamuni Buddha Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By KodoDrummer - Yekaterinburg, Russia
Mahamuni Buddha Temple, the Great Buddhist Temple, is a major pilgrimage site. According to legend, in the lifetime of the Buddha, there were five true Buddhas, two in India, two in the Kingdom of Heaven, and the remaining one is now in the Mahamuni Temple in Manderle. The Buddha is now 16 cm thick in gold dust. Only male adherents are allowed into the temple. Female worshippers can only kneel outside the temple to pray for blessings, and many nuns dressed in pink clothes can only kneel outside to worship and beg.
Does Buddha truly believe that male worshippers should be allowed closer than female worshippers? I guess somewhat similar to the Roman Catholic church, where only males can become priests and hear confessions. Well, the times are changing. Is it maybe that Buddha recognizes that men are greater sinners, and thus draws them closer to hear their prayers?
8. Bulethi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 240 reviews
Reviewed By cottonontheroad
We heard that some of the more "hot spots" for sunrise and sunset can be a disappointing experience because the crowds of tourists can detract from the moment. So we opted foe Bulethi, which was a lovely choice. The sunrise here is really beautiful and when we were there we were two of maybe 8 or 10 tourists there. I would suggest arriving early (around 4:30 or 4:45) to get a good spot but also the stars are a sight in themselves.
9. Mahamuni Pagoda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By 918teresah - Manchester, United Kingdom
Very elaborate setting.Only men can put the gold leaf on the Buddha and my husband was lucky enough to take part.Women have to remain below but can watch though a large screen and window.it was busy but still peaceful. There were lots of children taking part in a graduation ceremony and were very pleased we asked to take their photographs if their colorful costumes. We seed to be the only westerners there and everyone showed us where to see to absorb the atmosphere a special place. There is a camera charge and like all temples you must dress respectable and take off shoes and socks.
10. Shwezigon Paya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 819 reviews
Reviewed By Lars S - Skanderborg
If you like golden temples and breathtaking constructures, this is where you should go. Definately my favourite. Nothing in Bagan beats this place, I think, but of course it depends on what you like. Not too crowded but one of the temples with most tourists.
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