Mon State, located in the southeastern part of Myanmar, is a region of cultural richness and natural beauty. Its capital, Mawlamyine, serves as a bustling center where the Mon people, among other ethnic groups, showcase their distinct traditions, including dance, music, and crafts. The state's landscape is equally captivating, with lush hills, pristine beaches, and iconic cultural landmarks like the Shwedagon Pagoda. Agriculture, fishing, and emerging industries contribute to the economy, while tourism thrives on its picturesque scenery and historical sites. Despite some challenges, Mon State looks forward to a future driven by economic development, improved infrastructure, and a commitment to preserving its unique heritage.
Marvelous sceneries transport us to breathtaking landscapes across the globe. Picture yourself by a crystal-clear lake, embraced by lush mountains, their peaks kissing the sky. Or venture into a vast desert, where the ever-shifting dunes turn to gold and crimson under the setting sun. In bustling cities, skyscrapers light up the night, creating a mesmerizing urban wonderland. These diverse scenes, whether in nature's embrace or within the heart of a bustling metropolis, never fail to inspire awe, reminding us of the world's boundless beauty and the magic it holds.
Mon has several pagodas of extreme importance. The Kyaiktiyo Pagoda or the Golden Rock Pagoda is the most important and visited by pilgrims all over the world. Other important pagodas include Kyaik Paw Law Pagoda, Shwe Sar Yan Pagoda, Win Sein Taw Ya Pagoda and Kyauktalone Taung Pagoda.
Mon State has several cities worth a visit. Mawlamyine is the third largest city of Myanmar, an erstwhile capital of the British empire. The Kyaik Than Lan Pagoda is a popular landmark in the town, built in 875 AD. Another city to visit is Thaton, a town located between two rivers. Filled with an interesting history, Thaton is an old town where you can see the remnants of the palace.
Summer season, usually clear mornings, after hazy skies, warm during the day but comfortably cool in the mornings and evenings. Temperatures steadily increase during these months. The average temperature would be between low 10/15 degrees and high 20/35 degrees Celsius. Some rain showers can be expected during these months.
Rainy season, still fascinating for those interested in the flora and fauna of the region and the best season to scale Mt. Hkakaborazi, which is otherwise not possible to scale during winter due to heavy snowfall on the mountains. The average temperature during this period would be between low 18/20 degrees and high 28/30 degrees Celsius with high humidity.
KyiteHteeYoe is a small pagoda built on the top of a granite boulder covered with gold leaves pasted on by its male worshippers.
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Kyaikthanlan is the tallest Buddhist pagoda in Mawlamyine, Mon State, Myanmar, standing at a height of 150 feet.
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Zin-Kyaik waterfall is famous among local people. The most crowded time is the period of Fullmoon day of Waso.
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It is a beach to where just twenty five minutes drive from Ye. It is a nice option to have fresh sea food and breaking fresh sea air but quite cheap in deed.
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This museum is in Thanbyuzayat ,30 miles from Mawlamyaing. A very commemorative museum with a huge amount of history recorded.
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The Thanbyuzayat War Cemetery is a prisoner of war cemetery for victims of Japanese imprisonment who died building the Death Railway.
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Setse is a beach resort on the Gulf of Martaban of the Andaman Sea in Thanbyuzayat Township, of Mon State, in southern Myanmar.
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Great pagoda with many features. This is a pagoda where some of the areas are able to be visited by men only.
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The Mahamuni Buddha Temple is a Buddhist temple and major pilgrimage site, located southwest of Mandalay, Myanmar.
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KyiteHteeYoe is a small pagoda built on the top of a granite boulder covered with gold leaves pasted on by its male worshippers.
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Kyaikthanlan is the tallest Buddhist pagoda in Mawlamyine, Mon State, Myanmar, standing at a height of 150 feet.
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Zin-Kyaik waterfall is famous among local people. The most crowded time is the period of Fullmoon day of Waso.
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It is a beach to where just twenty five minutes drive from Ye. It is a nice option to have fresh sea food and breaking fresh sea air but quite cheap in deed.
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This museum is in Thanbyuzayat ,30 miles from Mawlamyaing. A very commemorative museum with a huge amount of history recorded.
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The Thanbyuzayat War Cemetery is a prisoner of war cemetery for victims of Japanese imprisonment who died building the Death Railway.
Read More
Setse is a beach resort on the Gulf of Martaban of the Andaman Sea in Thanbyuzayat Township, of Mon State, in southern Myanmar.
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Great pagoda with many features. This is a pagoda where some of the areas are able to be visited by men only.
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The Mahamuni Buddha Temple is a Buddhist temple and major pilgrimage site, located southwest of Mandalay, Myanmar.
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One of the traditional festivals of Mon National races in Myanmar sand sculpture pagoda festival and it is being held at Kyaikkhami and Setse beaches in Thanbyuzayat town of Mon State starting from the morning of 5th waxing moon day of Thadingyut.
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Thousands of Arakanese young people are taking part in Zee Chuang Thingyan/ Songkran (or water festival) in Kyauk Taw township of Arakan (Rakhine) State, which is organized by the Arakan Army (AA). Many young women are also joining the festival for fun.
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By Mary T
Amazing place, amazing customer service, the women at the reception desk went above and beyond to help us organise our daily trip around Mawlamyine including dish and restaurant recommendations. They also organized our boat ride to Hpa An. Friendly and warm. Great vibe, clean rooms. A get-away from the fuss!
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By Stephen R
What a great little find! Good location to walk into town to truck station to get up the mountain, that is an experience one must do! Rooms here were very comfortable, clean, hot water and large. The restaurant with the complimentary breakfast was beautiful, a great “feeling” from its ambience. We will certainly be back!
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By MLaurel_Jans
We really liked the Eternity Resort. It has lovely gardens and we had a great room. There were a few negatives.The wifi was temperamental and unreliable.The room did not have a mirror, power point and a light situated together, making shaving (me) or putting on makeup (my wife) awkward. The breakfast was OK but not great.
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By Pramod Kr Dalmia
Since I stayed last time, there is huge improvement in breakfast. Rooms & other facilities are fine except bathroom. Still the same issue which I complain earlier. Shower doesn't work properly. Bath tub tab is always running even though you start shower. Because of that you can't bath. Water spill everywhere after bath. Need bath curtain. Management need to check & correct.
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By Dana Hlaine Htet
Pretty good. Value worth it. It would be better they install another layer of curtain. The sun was raised around 6 and intrudes my eyes although the curtain was closed. Service is good. The room is clean and big even for standard room.
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