Yangon's Pagodas, Market and Museum Highlights
Start at 9:00 am with a visit to Kaba Aye Pagoda.
Stop at Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda, which is famous for the magnificent Reclining Buddha. Witness the 66-metre (217-ft.) Buddha statue, housed in one of the largest pagodas in Myanmar.
Next, enjoy a photo stop at Karaweik Hall on Kandawgyi (Royal) Lake. Karaweik Hall is a well-known landmark in Yangon, featuring a huge barge designed in the likeness of a golden mythical bird.
Explore Sule Pagoda, located in the centre of Yangon.
Arrive at Bogyoke (Scott's) Market (closed on Mondays and public holidays) and explore loads of local food, clothes, handicrafts, and gem stores. This is one of the best areas to chill around for a great shopping experience in Yangon.
After the visit, proceed to Yangon's oldest Chinese temple and continue to Botahtaung Pagoda on the riverside.
Witness the 8-metre-high Golden Lion Throne, as well as the Mandalay Royal Regalia, at the National Museum (closed on Mondays and public holidays).
Finally, visit one of the world's most recognized national landmarks, the Shwedagon Pagoda. Standing 326 feet tall (99 m), it is located on Singuttara Hill to the west of Kandawgyi Lake and dominates the Yangon skyline.
End of tour.
