Distance from Yangon: 630km

Overview:

Mandalay is a thriving city. It is the main commercial center of Upper Burma and second only to Yangon in the whole country. It is also the country’s center of Buddhism. It is also known for housing many of the temples considered as UNESCO sites. Visitors can explore the city at their leisure or take a guided tour. Mandalay’s markets provide an echo of a bygone age, with traders haggling over jade, while its many teahouses offer an authentic Burmese experience with the friendly locals.Perhaps most importantly for many travelers, Mandalay is home to a number of impressive landmarks, which are historically, culturally, or aesthetically significant. Here are some of the unique things to do in Mandalay.

Best time to travel:

The best time to visit Mandalay is between October and January. The weather is not very hot, and the humidity is manageable during these months. Boat cruises in the Irrawaddy river are quite popular during this time. From late February, summer sets in slowly with March to May being the hottest months.

What to do:

• Drink “Myanmar” Beer on a Rooftop Bar
• Eat at a BBQ Restaurant
• Chat With the Locals at Mandalay Hill
• Sample Mandalay’s Tea Shops
• Stroll Across the U Bein Bridge
• Wander Through the Teak Monasteries
• Read the World’s Largest Book
• Explore the Strange Pagodas of Mingun
• Climb Sagain Hill
• Kiss a Python at the Snake Temple
• Take a Horse Carriage Through Innwa
• See a Puppet Show
• Watch Buddha Get a Facial
• Visit the Royal Palace
• Swim Under Dat Taw Gyaint Waterfall
• Relax with a Massage
• Watch the Sunset Over The Irrawaddy