Mandalay Region, Administrative region in central Myanmar.
Description
Mandalay Region is an administrative division in central Myanmar that stretches across the area between Bago Region, Magway Region, Sagaing Region, and Shan State. The territory encompasses diverse landscapes and human settlements throughout its expanse.
History
The territory once housed multiple ancient capitals including Bagan, Ava, Amarapura, and Mandalay, showing its central role in Myanmar's history from the 9th century onward. These successive centers of power shaped the region's historical importance.
Culture
Traditional silk weaving in Amarapura produces the distinctive Acheik longyis, while artisans throughout the region craft bronze works, stone carvings, wood sculptures, and gold leaf.
Practical
An extensive network of dams such as Mondaing, Kyetmauktaung, and Pyaungpya supplies water for agriculture and irrigation across the territory. Visitors should plan their visit during the cooler months when conditions are more comfortable for exploring.
Did you know?
The Kuthodaw Pagoda holds 729 stone slabs inscribed with Buddhist texts, creating the world's largest physical book. This remarkable collection displays the deep religious devotion and skillful craftsmanship of earlier dynasties.
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Bagan
94.4 km
Popa Hill
52.4 km
Mandalay Palace
116.2 km
Ananda Temple
93.6 km
U Bein Bridge
104.2 km
Mahamuni Buddha Temple
111.3 km
Shwezigon Pagoda
91.3 km
Goteik viaduct
188.5 km
Laykyun Sekkya
129.4 km
Kuthodaw Pagoda
118 km
Mahamuni Buddha
111.3 km
Mingun Bell
120.5 km
Dhammayangyi Temple
93 km
Mingun Pahtodawgyi
120.2 km
Shwenandaw Monastery
117.6 km
Pindaya Caves
94 km
Hsinbyume Pagoda
120.7 km
Thatbyinnyu Temple
94 km
Padah-Lin Caves
58.2 km
Bagaya Monastery
107.2 km
Sulamani Temple
92.1 km
Halin
161.6 km
Shwesandaw Pagoda
93.6 km
National Kandawgyi Botanical Gardens
133.5 km
Htilominlo Temple
92.6 km
Shwe Indein Pagoda
128.3 km
Gubyaukgyi Temple
94 km
Kaunghmudaw Pagoda
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