Monastery, Shan State – best time to visit, how to reach, places nearby

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Best seasonOctober to March

CrowdUsually quiet

Visiting Monastery

Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Walk clockwise around stupas and take off your shoes in prayer halls.
Do not point your feet at images of the Buddha.

Best time

October to March. Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.

Places to visit near Monastery

All places near Taunggyi →

Must-see

Sular Muni Lawka Chanthar Pagoda

Buddhist site · 52 km

Must-see

Other buddhist sites nearby

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How to reach Monastery

Nearest towns with a guide: Taunggyi (49 km). Coordinates 20.97021, 96.71308. Road distances are estimates.

Frequently asked

What is the best time to visit Monastery?

October to March. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

What are the places to visit near Monastery?

Nearby: Pindaya Caves (cave, 10 km), Thein Taung Monastery (Buddhist site, 50 km), Shan State Cultural Museum (museum, 51 km), Sular Muni Lawka Chanthar Pagoda (Buddhist site, 52 km), Padah-Lin Cave (cave, 53 km), Inle Lake (lake, 65 km).