Moulmein
We are making this discovery of the Moulmein area with also the possibility to make a stop at the Golden Rock. We discovered a few years of unique sites that we will share. Do not go into this area for the beach but rather to discover the Mon and another culture …
Introduction
Located about 8 hours drive south of Yangon (300 km) and at the mouth of the river Thanlwin, Moulmein is the capital of the state Mon. active port exporting rice and wood, this city was during the colonial period (1827-1852) the country’s administrative center. From that time remained the old colonial buildings and the old wooden bus always used as main means of transport in these quiet streets. The sites around Moulmein are numerous and very little tourism. You can, among other things, discover Mudon and the largest reclining Buddha in the world under construction, the astonishing pagoda Kyaikhami which is perched on a rock in the sea, the small town of Thanbyuzayat and its memorial cemetery or the beach Setse and small fishing villages. The return to Yangon will meanwhile the opportunity to experience the small town of Pa-han and the Monastery of Tamania or you may be able to sleep. Area residents and a surprising authenticity, this stay will enchant travelers in search of authentic Burma.
