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Sumse Monastery

Sumse Monastery is a monastery in Shan State, Myanmar. (ဆမ္မဆယ်ကျောင်းတိုက်)

October to March

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Best seasonOctober to March
CrowdUsually quiet

Visiting Sumse 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 Sumse Monastery

All places near Pyin Oo Lwin →

How to reach Sumse Monastery

Nearest towns with a guide: Pyin Oo Lwin (38 km). Coordinates 22.24875, 96.64117. Road distances are estimates.

Frequently asked

What is the best time to visit Sumse Monastery?

October to March. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

What are the places to visit near Sumse Monastery?

Nearby: Gokteik Viaduct (attraction, 31 km), Goke Hteik Viaduct (attraction, 31 km), National Kan Daw Gyee Botanical Garden (sanctuary, 42 km), Inn Wine Waterfall (waterfall, 14 km), Nam Ngo Waterfall (waterfall, 16 km), တောင်ကုန်းထိပ် (viewpoint, 18 km).

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