Jan 26, 2020 · Here are the 15 best things to do in Monywa … 1. Explore Thanboddhay Paya. Thanboddhay Paya is one of the most colorful temples in Monywa and also one of the newest. It is known for having a massive number of Buddha images and the roof is covered in small stupas which are decorated in sparkling gold leaf.

Monywa sits 3 hours away from scenic Mandalay and is an interesting spot to break your journey if you are travelling between Mandalay and Bagan.

Jan 5, 2025 · 140 km northwest of Mandalay lies a beautiful city named Monywa (the n is silent so it is pronounced Moywa) that’s definitely worth visiting in Myanmar. Not many tourists stop by Monywa even though the city has a lot to offer so let me change your mind about it !

Nov 14, 2017 · While Monywa is thoroughly off the main tourist trail, it isn’t a difficult place to visit. The most logical gateway is Mandalay (MDL), 3-4 hours away, home to excellent attractions and worth a few days of your time.

Nov 8, 2017 · Monywa is a city in Myanmar in the Sagaing Division, around 136km north-west of Mandalay. The best way to reach the city is by bus and this is one place that any culture buff should visit. There are so many things to see and do in Monywa that you’ll have trouble deciding.

Monywa is a town on the Chindwin river located in the dry zone of Central Burma. It is surrounded by a large number of unique sites. It is also known as Neem city because many of the city’s streets are lined with Neem trees. This town loosely translates to “Miss pancake town”.

Jun 22, 2019 · Monywa is a perfect stop on a trip from Mandalay to Bagan. As a trade town, it is home to several hustle and bustle markets, countless food stalls, coupled with numerous beer stations surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere.

Monywa is the largest city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar. It is located 136 km north-west of Mandalay city, on the eastern bank of the Chindwin River. Monywa serves as a major trade center for India and Burma through Kalay Myo road and Chindwin river.

Monywa is an economic hub for agricultural products such as beans, oranges, lentils and other products such as palm sugar, cotton and flour. It has a very strategic market position since it is the gateway to the west bank of Chindwin and Irrawaddy, …

Monywa has several notable attractions - the most prominent being the Laykyun Setkyar, the second-tallest statue in the world (and second tallest Buddha statue). It’s about 2-3 hour drive from Mandalay or Bagan.