A Travel Through The Historical Caves Of Hpa-an - Myanmar

If you are planning to visit Myanmar (Burma), the Hpa-an, The Kayin state in Burma, would be in your priority list. Because Hpa- an is such a beautiful place with natural wonders. It has some must-visit ancient caves & mountains. This place is popular for trekking as well as hiking too. Here is the list of things to do in Hpa-An

1. Sadan Cave

Address: Hpa-An, Myanmar (Burma).

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Sadan Cave Photo

This is the favorite and most visited caves in Hpa- an and looks like a football stadium. You can find the number of Buddha statues in the entrance and pagodas inside the cave. Inside the cave, there is beautiful lake & you get boat tours also through the lake.

2. Kawgun Cave

Address: Pindaya Caves, Myanmar (Burma).

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Kawgun Cave Photo

This is a picturesque cave located on the western part of Thanlwin River. This cave contains thousands of Buddha statues made with clay and other artworks of the 7th century. The cave exhibits the historical and cultural importance of ancient periods.

3. Bat Cave

Address: Bat Cave, NC 28792, USA.

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Bat Cave Photo

Well as the name indicates this, you can see thousands of bats are flying from the cave. Visitors cannot enter into the cave as said earlier this is a home to numerous bats. The scenery in evening times here is so special.

4. Yathaypyan Cave

Address: Myanmar (Burma).

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Yathaypyan Cave Photo

The pagodas and wall clay carvings are the highlights of this cave. The dry season is the best time to visit this cave and a 10 minutes walks takes you the end portion, from here you can view the beautiful natural sceneries.

5. Kaw Ka Thaung Cave

Address: Myanmar (Burma).

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Kaw Ka Thaung Cave Photo

This cave is situated close to Hpa na town famous for varied Buddha statues. On the way to this cave, you can see a number of statues of monks, very attractive. Inside the cave, there a lake where local people usually comes for swimming. There is a worship chamber also includes in this cave.

6. Bayin Nyi Caves

Address: Myanmar (Burma).

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Bayin Nyi Caves Photo

This cave is also known as Bingyi Caves. Apart from the historical importance, the other peculiar feature of this cave is inside you can find a hot spring. Visitors are enjoying healthy bathing from this hot water. Also, there are a number of varied Buddha statues you can find.

7. Hpan Pu Mountain

Address: Hpa-An, Myanmar (Burma).

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Hpan Pu Mountain Photo

Hiking Hpan Pu Mountain is a thrilling activity you can enjoy in Hpa na. Watching the sunset from the top of the mountain would be really unforgettable. On the way of climbing, you will get a bamboo made watchtower, where you can relax & can enjoy the natural beauty.

8. Mount Zwekabin

Address: Mount Zwegabin, Myanmar (Burma).

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Mount Zwekabin Photo

Mount Zwekabin is another popular destination for hiking. The top portion is just 722 meters above sea level. Climbing this mountain is really challenging but you can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding nature. Advisable to carry a number of water bottles.

9. Taung Wine Mountain

Address: Myanmar (Burma).

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Taung Wine Mountain Photo

Watching Sunrise after a great hike through Taung Wine Mountain is really incredible. This mountain is located at the east of Hpa-na town, nearly 13 km. There are a lot of interesting places are near this mountain to visit like Kyauk Ka Latt and Bayin Nyi Cave, Chit Thu Myaing, Kayin Palace water spring, etc.

10. Golden Rock Pagoda

Address: Ar Zar Ni, Road Pha Yar Gyi Ward, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma).

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Golden Rock Pagoda Photo

Golden rock pagoda is a well-known pilgrim center of Buddha in Hpa-na. More people are visiting this place for watching the beauty of Sunrise from the top. The natural view from the top is also enjoyable.

11. Kyauk Kalap Pagoda

Address: Myanmar (Burma).

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Kyauk Kalap Pagoda Photo

This pagoda is standing on a limestone rock on the artificial lake named Kyauk Kalap. There is a famous monastery of monk U Winaya and watching the sunset from the top are the other attractions over here.

12. Mawlamyine

Address: Mawlamyine, Myanmar (Burma).

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Mawlamyine Photo

Another attraction of Hpa na, you can find the biggest Reclining Buddha in the World here. This statue has 30 meters height and 180 meters in length. Near to this Buddha, there are a lot of statues depicts the story of Buddha.

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