2025 Sagaing Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

“Mula-ee, the mountain of faith” The first time I heard the name and saw the pictures here, I thought that I had to go there one day. When I planned to go, Covid-19 caused the trip to be postponed indefinitely because this mountain is in Burma. At that time, each country did not want outsiders to enter. After a year, they started to relax the rules, but then there was another unrest. So we had to postpone it again. But finally!!! I was able to go as I wished. When my sister went, the weather was very cold. I am sensitive to the cold, so I prepared very well. Before going, we need to know the rules here. 1. Men and women are not allowed to sleep in the same tent. 2. On top, refrain from eating meat. 3. If women want to go up the pagoda, they must wear a sarong or a skirt that covers the knees only and can only go up to the first pagoda. Only men can go up to the next pagoda. We left Bangkok at night and went to Umphang in the morning. We stopped to buy some things and took a shower. Then we changed to a four-wheel drive vehicle, which took about 4 hours. At this point, I recommend finding a headscarf and covering your nose because there is a lot of dust. And the road is not very good, my butt is a bit sore. The way we pass through various Burmese villages, we will see the way of life of the villagers all the way. When we get to the top, we set up the tents first. We sleep in the temple's canteen because last week, the people who slept at the viewpoint had a strong wind that made it impossible to sleep, so we didn't take the risk. When we set up the tents, we walked to the pagoda. Don't forget to change your sarongs. The path is easy, but the stairs are a bit steep, making us out of breath. But the view up is very beautiful. We can see the mountains in 360 degrees, and even in the afternoon, there is still fog. When we come down, we go to the viewpoint. This is considered the most beautiful spot of the trip. Because in addition to the view that you can see in every direction, the air is very good. We can't take it anymore. The background here when taking pictures is the intricate mountain range. Some angles look like a foreign country. This is another trip that makes us love hiking even more. When we come back down from the viewpoint, we have lunch at the place where we set up the tents. This meal is free of meat, but it is very delicious. After eating, we sit by the fire and chat leisurely, with the weather getting colder and colder. No later than 10 pm, everyone goes to bed. Everything was dark and quiet with the sound of dew dripping all night long. Under the very cold weather, I think it was about 7-8 degrees. Brrrrrrrrrrr🥶🥶 Woke up this morning with the weather still freezing. We sat by the fire and sipped coffee, watching the mist floating in the light wind. To be honest, I didn't want to go back yet, but in the morning we had to pack our things because it would be a long time before we reached the back. The way down was just as hard as the way up. It was like being massaged repeatedly on the sore spots>< For those who are deciding whether to go or not, don't hesitate. It's really worth it. ⛰️🏔️🍃 And this time, we brought the FujiXT5 camera with us. I secretly liked it. I'll come back to review it again. The camera is small and light, but the file quality is very good. It's convenient for mountain climbers like us who don't want to carry heavy things. #Mulai #Mountain of Faith #fujifilmxthai #xt5 #tagfriends #taglovers #goalone #gowithagang #gotogether #taguntilyougo #blogger #review #fujifilmthailand #xt20 #ihaveklong #ihaveacamera #review #blogger #restaurant #coffeeshop #hotel #hotel #travelabroad

This pagoda is located in Sagaing region. It’s quite far to visit but the view, landscape are worth to visit. It is one of the popular Instagram spot in Sagaing region. We can be reach out to this place via Mandalay and it should take around 3hrs driving. A day tour or 2 days tour is the most popular route from Mandalay. If you want to have a pic with cows, morning and noon is the best time to visit. #sagaing #myanmar

Today, we will take everyone to pay homage to the Kyaiktiyo Pagoda in Myanmar. Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, or Kyaiktiyo, means the hermit's head rock. It is a large golden rock, 5.5 meters high, located on a steep cliff, looking like it might fall down, but it does not show any sign of falling down. Therefore, it is a miracle that it is believed to be the rock that Indra hung. There is also a pagoda built on the rock, which is a replica of Phra Kesa Kaew Chulamani, which is the pagoda of the year of the dog. Anyone born this year must find an opportunity to pay homage at least once in their life.

Today we will take you to visit Kyaiktiyo Pagoda or Kyaiktiyo Pagoda in Myanmar. It is a sacred and important place for the Myanmar people. Actually, this picture was taken 3 years ago when I had the chance to visit a neighboring country. This was the first country I wanted to visit. Maybe because I like reading books about Myanmar, I wanted to see the real place. Many cities in Myanmar are very charming. I still want to go there again. It is similar to Kyaiktiyo Pagoda or the locals call it Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, which means the hermit's head rock. It is located in Kyaikto Township, Thaton District, Mon State. We had to take a truck or some people call it a pig truck😅 to go up. Along the way, there will be stops to change drivers. The way up is very scary, high, and very curvy. Before reaching the way up, we have to walk to pay homage to Kyaiktiyo Pagoda. We can change to take a cable car, but we chose to take the car. When we got there, we walked up. Women must dress appropriately. If not, there will be sarongs for us to rent. When we got there, we went to buy a bell to hang. Women are not allowed to go near the pagoda. After praying, we asked our guide and friend to hang it for us instead. The atmosphere while walking up was very beautiful. There was light fog. There were Burmese children who helped carry our bags or found things to sell to us. There were so many that we had to buy some. That trip was fun, exciting, and showed the faith of the people there. After typing this, I really wanted to go again. If anyone has the chance, you shouldn't miss this place. For now, let's just travel like #Songkran for now. 😄 #FamilyTrip #SongkranTrip #SongkranTrip #PhraThatInKhewan #Myanmar #Burma #Muteru #SpiritTrip #SongkranTrip

MULAYIT TUNG, the mountain of faith This was my first time hiking in Myanmar and it was so much fun. The highest peak of the Karen Buddhist Self-Administration (DKBA) in Myawaddy, Myanmar, which is about 40 km from the Thai border in Phop Phra District, Tak Province. I got an experience from a traveler I had never met before. I had a meal (vegetarian food is required up there) and watched the sea of ​​fog. The nature was great, the wind was cool, and the sky was beautiful, especially when the sun was about to set. The sky turned pink. At night, I lay down and watched the stars and enjoyed the cool breeze. I drove up the mountain for about 3 hours and then walked up the mountain. Friends who went camping must try it once and you will love it. #Sea of ​​fog view#Winter mountain travel#Sea of ​​fog#National park travel#Sunrise viewing point#Camping lovers#Nature therapy#Missing the forest and mountains#Accommodation with a million-dollar view#Accommodation with a good atmosphere#Missing nature

MULAYIT TUNG, the mountain of faith This was my first time hiking in Myanmar and it was so much fun. The highest peak of the Karen Buddhist Self-Administration (DKBA) in Myawaddy, Myanmar, which is about 40 km from the Thai border in Phop Phra District, Tak Province. I got an experience from a traveler I had never met before. I had a meal (vegetarian food is required up there) and watched the sea of ​​fog. The nature was great, the wind was cool, and the sky was beautiful, especially when the sun was about to set. The sky turned pink. At night, I lay down and watched the stars and enjoyed the cool breeze. I drove up the mountain for about 3 hours and then walked up the mountain. Friends who went camping must try it once and you will love it. #Sea of ​​fog view#Winter mountain travel#Sea of ​​fog#National park travel#Sunrise viewing point#Camping lovers#Nature therapy#Missing the forest and mountains#Accommodation with a million-dollar view#Accommodation with a good atmosphere#Missing nature

MULAYIT TUNG, the mountain of faith This was my first time hiking in Myanmar and it was so much fun. The highest peak of the Karen Buddhist Self-Administration (DKBA) in Myawaddy, Myanmar, which is about 40 km from the Thai border in Phop Phra District, Tak Province. I got an experience from a traveler I had never met before. I had a meal (vegetarian food is required up there) and watched the sea of ​​fog. The nature was great, the wind was cool, and the sky was beautiful, especially when the sun was about to set. The sky turned pink. At night, I lay down and watched the stars and enjoyed the cool breeze. I drove up the mountain for about 3 hours and then walked up the mountain. Friends who went camping must try it once and you will love it. #Sea of ​​fog view#Winter mountain travel#Sea of ​​fog#National park travel#Sunrise viewing point#Camping lovers#Nature therapy#Missing the forest and mountains#Accommodation with a million-dollar view#Accommodation with a good atmosphere#Missing nature

Today, I will take everyone to see the beauty of Shwedagon Pagoda in Burma. ✨ A place that you must not miss when visiting Burma is Shwedagon Pagoda. It is a very beautiful pagoda. It is one of the 5 sacred things of the Burmese people. The pagoda is large and golden in color. There are many small and large pagodas lined up beautifully. On the top of the pagoda, there are many ornaments. On the very top, which has a sharp tip, there is a large diamond decorated. There are also various pictures of the pagoda being built. When I went, the pagoda was being renovated. If I have a chance, I will go see the beauty of the pagoda and pay my respects again. ☺️

3 provinces and 1 neighboring country With 6 days and 5 nights, it's so good 💚 For this trip, we originally planned to go to Suphan Buri, but because we didn't want to go back, we felt that we weren't full yet and didn't want to go back. So we traveled on to Kanchanaburi to Sangkhla Buri and stopped by Burma. At the Three Pagodas Pass, it's next to the Phaya Tong Su in Burma, making it easy for us to travel. After Sangkhla Buri, we took a van back to Kanchanaburi city and continued on to Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. On the way back, we took the train back. It was really full of flavor. It wasn't a very convenient trip. The accommodation didn't have air conditioning, but hey, it was good. We got to be with nature and live a simple life without having to struggle or compete with anything. And riding in a van up the mountain made us carsick. Especially when we got in the van from Sangkhla and went to Hua Hin, it took almost 9 hours. The way back was no different because Thai trains are not very punctual. Plus, the ride back to Bangkok took almost 5 hours. Our butts hurt, lol. But we still really like traveling. It's so charming. We get to meet new people and make new friends. Smiles from strangers, and sometimes we dare to tell stories that sometimes we don't know who to tell, but we dare to talk to people we just met. Or maybe traveling will attract people who are similar to each other to meet. 555555 In the next post, we will tell you. 😄 #Waiting for the day to travel #Missing nature

#springitinerary Perched gracefully atop the verdant slopes of Sagaing Hill, the U Min Thonze Pagoda—translated as the "Thirty Caves Pagoda"—stands as a luminous testament to Myanmar's rich spiritual and architectural heritage. 🛕 A Harmonious Blend of Art and Devotion The pagoda's most captivating feature is its crescent-shaped colonnade housing 45 gilded Buddha statues, each seated serenely within individual niches. These statues, varying subtly in facial expressions and postures, are adorned with intricate glass mosaics that shimmer in the natural light, creating a mesmerizing interplay of color and reflection. The semi-circular design not only enhances the visual appeal but also symbolizes the harmonious unity of Buddhist teachings. 📜 Historical Resonance Originally established in the 14th century by King Tarabya I of the Sagaing Kingdom, the pagoda has witnessed centuries of devotion and resilience. After suffering damage from a significant earthquake in 1838, it was meticulously restored in 1847 under the patronage of King Pagan Min, preserving its spiritual significance and architectural splendor for future generations. 🌄 A Panoramic Sanctuary Beyond its architectural beauty, U Min Thonze offers visitors a tranquil retreat with panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, including the meandering Irrawaddy River and the myriad of pagodas dotting the Sagaing Hills. The serene ambiance, coupled with the gentle chants of monks and the rustling of leaves, creates an atmosphere conducive to reflection and inner peace. 🧭 Visiting Tips Best Time to Visit: Early morning or late afternoon to experience the soft lighting and cooler temperatures. Attire: Modest clothing is recommended; shoulders and knees should be covered as a sign of respect. Accessibility: The pagoda is accessible via a series of covered stairways leading up the hill, offering a contemplative ascent adorned with smaller shrines and statues. Whether you're a spiritual seeker, a history enthusiast, or a lover of art and architecture, U Min Thonze Pagoda provides a profound glimpse into the soul of Myanmar. #UMinThonzePagoda #SagaingHill #BuddhistHeritage #MyanmarTravel #SacredSites #ArchitecturalWonders #SpiritualJourney #HiddenGems #CulturalExploration #SereneSanctuary

#springitinerary Ever dreamed of a weekend where golden stupas outnumber people, every hilltop has a secret temple, and the Ayeyarwady River glows like liquid honey at dusk? Sagaing is your antidote to chaos—here’s the blissful breakdown! 🌿 First Glimpses Rolling into Sagaing felt like stepping into a watercolor painting: 500+ white-and-gold pagodas sprinkled across emerald hills, the clang of monastery bells, and the sweet-sour tang of tamarind from street carts. Pro tip: Breathe deep—the air smells like sandalwood and slow living. 🤣 The "Monk Chat Gone Wrong" Moment At Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda, I tried to impress a monk with my very basic Burmese… only to accidentally say "I am a spicy noodle" instead of "Beautiful view." Cue his confused grin and my permanent blush. (Language apps fail us all.) 🍴 Soul Food Alert Breakfast was Sagaing hto hpu nwe (sticky tofu noodles) at a 100-year-old shop—silky, turmeric-yellow, and topped with crunchy split peas. But the real MVP? A riverside teahouse’s paratha flaky enough to rival my life choices. 💎 Hidden Gem: Shwe Phone Pwint Pagoda Skip the crowded sunset spots—locals led me to this hilltop secret near Kaunghmudaw Pagoda. Imagine: 360° views, zero tourists, and the only sound is wind chimes. Pure magic. ⏳ Chill Itinerary 6 AM: Sunrise at U Min Thonze (30 golden Buddhas + misty valleys). 9 AM: Tofu noodle feast + explore pony cart workshops (yes, they make them here!). 12 PM: Bike to Kaunghmudaw (giant egg-shaped stupa + puppy monks!). 4 PM: Meditate at Shwe Phone Pwint (or nap—no judgment). 7 PM: Sunset laphet yay (tea leaf salad) picnic by the river. Final Tip Rent an e-bike (those hills are sneaky!), pack temple-appropriate layers, and bring an extra memory card. Sagaing doesn’t shout—it whispers. Lean in. Ready to trade stress for stupas? 🙏 #SagaingSlowDown

#favouriteitinerary Although the Sagaing City doesn’t have a lot of places that tourists might be interested in, this place is my mom’s birth city. The bridge in the background of the 1st and 3rd photo is known as the Sagaing Bridge, which was built by the British while we were under their rule during World War II. This bridge connects Mandalay and Sagaing City. The city has a mountain that has a lot of popular temples and pagodas with a long history! They sell english translated books there if you’re keen to learn its history. We went to this beautiful temples where a local kid drew a leaf shaped Tanakha on my mom’s face. I added a few of my mom’s pictures in case you wanna see what Sagaing looks like!

This temple is notable for its 45 Buddha statues arranged in a semicircular tunnel. The front of the building features beautiful curves. The temple is located on a high hill, offering various scenic views. ⏰: Open daily 📍: https://maps.app.goo.gl/D83r5S7r1hDxFVF18?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

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#traveldiaries The Soon Oo Pon Nya Shin Pagoda is an important Buddhist temple located atop Sagaing Hill in Myanmar. 🇲🇲 Built in 1312 by a minister named Pon Nya. Swan Oo Ponnya Shin is a Buddhist pagoda located in Sagaing, Myanmar. The pagoda was purportedly founded in 1312 by Ponnya, a junior minister at the court. The pagoda is located on the hill side and the view from the Pagoda is amazing. Many visitors including locals and foreigners are visiting there. #traveldiaries #100waysoftravel

#timetotravel The Sagaing Yoke Sone monastery is a fine example of the architecture of the Inwa era. It was built and donated by the second king of Inwa to Ariyawuntha Sayadaw. The monastery has been renovated by Sitagu Sayadaw over the last 15 years, after the death of the first resident monk, Ariyawuntha Sayadaw. The Ten Great Birth Stories of the Buddha are depicted on the walls of the monastery, with magnificent wooden craftwork.

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How to get there: 20 minutes from Sagaing city Attraction: Kaung Mudaw Pagoda A famous pagoda in the Sagaing region of Myanmar There is a huge circular pagoda. It is said to have been built around the 16th century. A pagoda full of grandeur and mystery #Myanmar #MyanmarTravel #Mandalay #ShwedagonPagoda

This trip is a pilgrimage trip.. We chose the destination, Phra That In Hang or Kyaiktiyo, which means the rock in the shape of a hermit's head. It is a large golden rock, 5.5 meters high, located on a steep cliff, looking like it will fall down, but it does not show any sign of falling down. Therefore, it is a miracle that it is believed that it is a rock that Indra hung up. There is also a pagoda built on the rock, which is a replica of Phra Kesa Kaew Chulamani. People born in the year of the dog should definitely come here.. because it is the pagoda of the birth year. #travel

Yele Paya Pagoda, or as the Burmese call it, Kyauktan Yele Paya, is a pagoda temple on a small island in the middle of a river. According to beliefs, Yele Paya Pagoda is a popular pagoda for merchants and businessmen because it is believed that if anyone has the opportunity to come and pray at Yele Paya Pagoda, their business will flourish. Inside the pagoda, there is also a Buddha statue enshrined in the center of the pagoda, made of marble covered in gold, very beautiful. You have to take a boat across to get there. If you have the opportunity, you can go and pray.

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Travel by private van rental car from Yangon for half a day, then take a sedan or six-wheeled vehicle with the villagers and walk for another half hour to reach Kyaiktiyo Pagoda. We chose to go up the pagoda in the evening and in the morning, wake up to give alms, see the fog, and go up the pagoda again before returning. #Giving alms to monks at Kyaiktiyo Pagoda #Kyaiktiyo Pagoda #Traveling to Burma #Myanmar #Burma is worth visiting

#golden duck #Mingka Labar #Burmese Roast Duck #Yangon Whenever I come here, whether it's Yangon or Mandalay, there will be this famous menu and restaurant. There are many branches throughout the tourist cities of Myanmar, including beer. It's fun for us to try the local beer of each province we go to. Every menu at the restaurant is delicious. #Mandalay #Myanmar is worth visiting

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Inle Lake is the second largest lake in Myanmar and is located in the heart of the city. In western Shan State, you will find the picturesque Inle Lake. Many fishermen are surrounded by small boats, which is famous for its floating villages and gardens and the unique way of life of the local Intha people, whose communities live entirely on the water. There are temples and pagodas in some places. You can eat local food at cheap prices. Overall, the vast Inle Lake is one of Myanmar's most impressive natural treasures and one of its biggest tourist attractions. #Mother's Day Travel 2022

Located on the north side of Mandalay Central Market, Sagaing Hill is an important attraction of Mandalay. Different from other mountain ranges, this mountain has more than 600 temples, more than 6,000 monks and nuns, and half of the ring temples on the top. Therefore, it became a well-deserved Buddhist worship site in Myanmar. Surrounded by forests on the Sagaing Mountains, the golden and white stupas are scattered in the green trees of the mountains. Under the illumination of the sun, the golden sparkling golden light and the pure white light of the jade are embellished in the green sea on the Sagaing Mountains. In the serenity, there is a fantastic beauty of a dazzling "mirage". Sagaing Hill has both steep steps and steep mountain steps. There are also Lushan Roads where you can drive. We are in front of the temple on the top of the mountain. On the top of the mountain is a golden Song Wu Peng Ya Xin Temple, which is said to contain two Buddha tooth relics. The golden stupa of the whole body shines in the sun, exuding a king's domineering.

In the southwest of Mandalay, across the Irrawaddy River, there is a small town called Sagaing. The small town is built on the hills of the Real, next to the Irrawaddy River. In 1287, Kublais Mongolian army invaded Burma and ended the Bagan Dynasty. After that, several small Yi nationalities appeared in central Myanmar, and the Sagaing Kingdom was one of them. It was established from 1315, and was annexed by the Ava Dynasty in 1364. The Sagaing Dynasty only existed for forty-nine years, and in the forty-nine years of the Supreme dynasty, the Sagaing Dynasty was true. All cities are capitals. Moreover, after the annexation of the Sava dynasty, the Awa Dynasty also used Sagaing as its successor to the Taiwanese capital or the seal of the older prince, and during the reign of the second king of the tributary dynasty, Sagaing became the city. The residence of the royal family for three years. Of course, soon after, Sagaing Hill was submerged in the long river of history. Transportation: Go to Sagaing Hill, you can take the motor to reach the foot of the mountain, then contract tricycle tour ticket: Tickets are included in Mingon - Sagaing ticket, 3 US dollars / piece, valid within 5 days open Time: 7