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More to see in Bago-Pegu

Traveling to Bago, don't expect to see a variety of entertainment centers and nightclubs. Nevertheless, exploring Buddhist attractions is far from the only leisure option available here. Even visiting some of the ancient pagodas feels more like entertainment. A great example is Snake Pagoda. Many tourists come here not to admire the ancient architecture and Buddhist artifacts. The main feature of this pagoda is that real snakes have been living here for many years. The most important symbol of the pagoda is a huge python, which is several meters long. Visitors to the pagoda often leave money and other gifts to the python, for whom a special space is equipped here. You will have the opportunity to come close to the supreme snake and even perform some interesting rituals. There is always a caretaker next to the python, so it is absolutely safe to visit the Snake Pagoda. The most unusual entertainment Bago offers to its guests is elephant riding. These animals are highly respected by local people. There are several elephant breeding camps in the city. The most popular one is Winga Baw Elephant Camp where interesting entertainment is available to travelers every day. You can feed elephants and watch interesting tricks they perform under the guidance of animal trainers. Visitors will have a chance to climb up onto the elephant's back and ride around the camp. The camp is situated in a scenic natural area where the animals feel comfortable among ponds, trees, and spacious … Read further

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Shopping, streets and outlets

A real attraction of Bago is its colorful markets. The most interesting ones are located near the river bank. The largest local market is Myoma Two where you can find typical regional products and delicacies. Tourists are attracted here by a huge selection of spices, exotic fruits, and dried fish at the most attractive prices. The market also has a clothing section where they sell affordable clothes, bags, and … Open

Attractions and active leisure

The main feature of this pagoda is that real snakes have been living here for many years. The most important symbol of the pagoda is a huge python, which is several meters long. Visitors to the pagoda often leave money and other gifts to the python, for whom a special space is equipped here. You will have the opportunity to come close to the supreme snake and even perform some interesting rituals. There is always a … Open

Cultural excursion through Bago-Pegu - things to see

The most interesting attractions of Bago are ancient temples and pagodas. Each of the religious sites is distinguished by its unique charm and history. Be sure to visit the Shwemawdaw Paya, one of the city’s most spectacular pagodas. Its height is 114 meters and it has been one of the highest in the region since its construction. The history of this pagoda is very interesting. The very first Buddhist stupa was … Open

Bago-Pegu sightseeing

According to a local legend, two Mon princes, who came from the Thaton Kingdom, were the founders of Bago. Historical records state that this event took place in 573. First mentions of this settlement date back to 850. Local people had to endure several difficult periods. The Burmese were the first rulers in this area. Later, the city suffered from a Mongol invasion. Rulers and kings were changing, but Bago kept … Open

Top sigths of Myanmar-Burma

Do you want to visit a long forgotten and abandoned city? Then simply head to Old Bagan that is, without a doubt, one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Asia. Here, tourists can see thousands of fragments of ancient monasteries and pagodas. The territory of the abandoned city is roughly 42 square kilometers. It is possible to explore Bagan together with a guide who will show the most interesting parts of the ancient city and its most important antique landmarks. … Open