Visit Monywa
- Nature, Adventure & Sport
- Art & Culture
- Caves
Monywa: How to get there?
3hrs by bus from MandalayMonywa: See when to go?
From October to MarchMonywa: For how long?
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Monywa Holidays
Situated in the Sagaing region, Monywa is a town built on a human scale at 130km north of Mandalay. It's famous for its neighbouring caves, home to hundreds of statues of Buddha. An unusual attraction!
Monywa: What to see nearby?
What our travellers think of their stay
Situated in the Sagaing region, Monywa is a town built on a human scale at 130km north of Mandalay. It's famous for its neighbouring caves, home to hundreds of statues of Buddha. An unusual attraction!
My suggestion
The town itself isn't particularly interesting, so there's no need to hang around. Two days is time enough to see the area, including the return trip from Mandalay. 4hrs by bus.
Situated between Bagan and Mandalay, make sure you stop at Monywa on your way to either of these towns.
My suggestion
Monywa has three main attractions - the Po Win Daung Caves, the Thanboddhay Pagoda and the sleeping Buddha at Bodhi Tataung. The best option is to arrive early, spend the night and leave the next day.
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