Mawlamyine is located at the mouth of the Salween River, three hundred kilometers southeast of Yangon, a major trading and shipping town in southeastern Myanmar. It is the capital and largest city of Mon State, as well as the fourth largest city in Myanmar.

Mawlamyine is a beautiful city with numerous ancient pagodas, exquisite handicrafts, old buildings, a bustling port, and swaying tropical plants. The majestic Kyaik Than Lan Pagoda is the tallest pagoda in Mawlamyine, built in 875 AD, housing Buddhist scriptures and offering a 360-degree panoramic view of the city, especially enchanting when illuminated at night. The picturesque Shampoo Island is a popular destination for tourists, named after the annual royal bathing ceremony held during the Ava period using the spring water on the island, and it hosts a Buddhist meditation center with stunning views.

Mawlamyine features attractions showcasing local history, such as the Mon Cultural Museum, the infamous Death Railway Museum, impressive war cemeteries, a well-equipped amusement park, the world’s largest reclining Buddha image, a unique mosque, bustling markets, and beautiful parks, all awaiting your exploration.

Mawlamyine

Reasons to visit: The fourth largest city in Myanmar

Continent: Asia

Country/Region: Myanmar

State/Region: Mon State

City: Mawlamyine