Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide | The Capital of Myanmar without Traffic Jam!

Nay Pyi Taw  | Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide

Ten times larger than Singapore is Myanmar’s capital of Nay Pyi Taw. Having been the newest administrative functions of Myanmar for the last 13 years, Nay Pyi Taw was built upon the loan budget for a purpose. As a result, Nay Pyi Taw is now ready to be uncovered with its recently launched international airport. Situated right at the heart of Myanmar, Nay Pyi Taw is 385 km away from the former capital Yangon. To all businessmen or vacationers, this Nay Pyi Taw travel guide is ready to show off.

Paved with the eight-lane road, Nay Pyi Taw is though empty with few amount of vehicles and so do the people. It is great in scale but bizarrely less in population and there is a stillness in the air. In addition to such quietness, the government has built the highway to connect the three big cities through Nay Pyi Taw, Yangon, and Mandalay. All the rapid development in Nay Pyi Taw are the influence from big recent events as a host country for the 27th Southeast Asian Games in 2013 and the 22nd World Economic Forum.

1.Uppatasanti Pagoda | Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide 

One of Nay Pyi Taw’s best kept secret is Uppatasanti Pagoda, and this Nay Pyi Taw travel guide has got you covered. Starting with its recognizable structure, the Uppatasanti Pagoda looks pretty much resembling the renowned Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon. This sheer replica of its sister surprisingly requires tourists at no entrance fees, and the donation depends on your will. Standing 99 meters tall, the pagoda is so grandiose and it shines glitteringly around the clock.

Three years of construction began in 2006 and finished in 2009, the Uppatasanti Pagoda finally typifies the absolute model of religious site in Myanmar. Talking about its name, ‘Uppatasanti’ literally refers to ‘protection of calamity’, the state that all Burmese wish it comes true. After going up the 300-meter-long stairs, all pilgrims can expect to see the peaceable cityscape and pay homage to the grand, majestic Buddha image as one of the things to do in Nay Pyi Taw.

2.Three Kings Statue  | Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide 

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Where there is a landmark, there is a reminder that you should not miss. This Nay Pyi Taw travel guide is following in the footsteps of Burma’s kings at Three Kings Statue, one of the places to visit in Nay Pyi Taw. The monument is a mold of King Anawrahta, King Bayinnaung and King Alaungpaya sculpted in 10-meter tall statues, who established the Burmese empire from ground before it is modern-day Myanmar. The three kings were the greatest and the most famous in Myanmar history despite infamous for brutality.

The majestic and awe-inspiring statues of the great statues are visible from a distance, well showing the grace of the Myanmar’s founders. At the base lies colorful garden that is placed in style deserving to stay by side this sacred place. It is without question why the Three Kings Statue has always been chosen as an arena where many significant events being held in Myanmar. Like it was during the 73rd Anniversary of Armed Forces Day in Myanmar, the military parade marched past the Three Kings Statue to commemorate their big day.

3.National Museum | Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide 

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Going through a museum for informal learning environment of the city you’re visiting is also one of the things to do in Nay Pyi Taw. So follow this Nay Pyi Taw travel guide to visit The National Museum to immerse yourself in Myanmar’s national prestige and cultural heritage. The city is indeed filled with so much history that suffered heavily from the old wounds. No one would consider those grief has shaped Myanmar the city worth discovering.

Spending five years in construction, the National Museum was officially launched in 2015. Inside the museum are a collection of rare and unique items from the Bagan period and the 11th century. To exploring easier, the museum has well arranged the exhibition inside into 12 rooms for old objects according to each category. Some of which are Primates and Fossils Exhibition, Pre Historic Period Exhibition, Myanmar Art Gallery, Myanmar Performing Arts Exhibition, Leaders Exhibition, Culture of the Myanmar National Races Exhibition etc. Apart from those inviting exhibitions, kids are allowed to play safe in hands-on room.

4.Water Fountain | Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide 

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Although it seems to be unlively and desolate anywhere in Nay Pyi Taw, this Nay Pyi Taw travel guide eventually finds you beautiful area and fresh land. Greeting with a remarkable entrance, Water Fountain catches the eyes of visitors with three gigantic steel archways. These doors lead to the most celebrated recreational center of the city, one of the places to visit in Nay Pyi Taw. It is where Burmese take a break and foreign travelers sit back.

The Water Fountain covers 165 acres and is a sea of grassy park with the pond, garden, swaying bridges, ornate sculptures, and of course, many fountains to cool down the hot weather. There is also a kid’s corner where children can enjoy the playground and take a bit extra adventure at a grand water slide. The Water Fountain allows you to get a refreshing vibe and let it cool down your body after a day of exhausting tour. During the hours of darkness, a musical light show also brights up the area and brings liveliness.

5.Myanmar International Convention Centre (MICC) | Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide 

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Like the face of the country, Myanmar International Convention Centre (MICC) expresses modernity, tech-savvy and civilization the Burmese have finally developed to the point. It wasn’t built upon the purpose of a grand hall just to showcase, it is rather a venue for significant events held in Myanmar. The MICC was once used to welcome international guests in grand scale for ‘The 25th ASEAN Summit in Nay Pyi Taw’ and ‘ASEAN Tourism Forum 2015 (ATF) in Nay Pyi Taw’, including former President Obama and General Prayuth Chan-ocha (Thai Prime Minister) who attended such events respectively.

The colossal convention grants ten thousands of people to get in. It does allow space rental for general meeting for public/private sector, wedding ceremony, and exhibition, making the government more profitable, and at the same time making it one of the places to visit in Nay Pyi Taw. The activities around the MICC would be something no further than observing the newest landmark the Burmese ever have while the front area of the convention is also a perfect photoshoot location where Burmese flag waving behind gracefully. So do not miss to follow this Nay Pyi Taw travel guide to the most stylish building in Myanmar.

6.Enjoy Shopping Spree at Junction Centre or Relax at Ngalaik Lake Gardens | Nay Pyi Taw Travel Guide

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You can still update the trends while in Myanmar, and it is considered one of the things to do in Nay Pyi Taw too. Spending money on fashion has never been out of vacation, we know that. If it happens to you during your trip in Nay Pyi Taw, so follow this Nay Pyi Taw travel guide and head to Junction Centre where lifestyle shopping in Myanmar has been redefined. Sit by Kyun Taw Road, the shopping mall is never too far for all shopaholics to reach and get something back home.

Since its launch in 2012, Junction Centre is the epicenter for myriad of products ranging from fashion wear, IT to mobile accessories. Those who aspire to enjoy a wide range of entertaining activities, they will be contented with cinema, playground for kids. Before getting started, don’t forget to fill an empty stomach with local delicacies in supermarket. Transactions can also  be done here conveniently for those looking for banking, travel agency or money exchange.

Switching the mood to a more relaxing atmosphere, heading to Ngalaik Lake Gardens where adventures meet serenity at one place. Situated along the Ngalaik Dam, the  Ngalaik Lake Gardens finds you a number of recreational activities. Just consider a few options like taking a dip in the water, unwinding at the lodge like a local or living a luxurious life in luxe resorts. Other choices involve having fun on water slides or joining in Burmese New Year Water Festival during the Thingyan Festival too (April 13-16), which drawing a number of tourists in particular.