54 University Avenue

54 University Avenue is a two-story residential building in Bahan Township featuring colonial architectural elements and a covered entrance gate. The property sits near Inya Lake and displays design characteristics typical of the British colonial era.

The residence became home to a notable figure in 1953 when she relocated there with her mother following a family loss. The house later became significant as a focal point for political movements in the late 1980s.

The residence served as a gathering place during the 1988 protests where people assembled to discuss political changes and hopes for the future. Its role transformed it into a symbol of civic engagement in the nation's modern history.

The house sits along University Avenue Road in Bahan Township and is marked by a high boundary wall that separates it from the street. Security personnel are present at the entrance, so approach respectfully and observe from a distance.

In 2022, the Supreme Court ordered the property to be auctioned, but the National Unity Government declared it a cultural heritage site. This unusual situation reflects the tension between legal proceedings and national heritage protection.

Location: Yangon

Inception: 1948

Address: Address54, University Avenue Road, Bahan Township, Yangon

GPS coordinates: 16.82580,96.15050

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:01