Pyin Oo Lwin

Overview

Pyin Oo Lwin, also known as Pyin U Lwin, is a charming hill station located around 67 kilometers east of Mandalay. It's a small town hidden in the Shan Hills with a significant colonial influence. During the British administration, it was the summer capital and has kept its heritage. Pyin Oo Lwin, with its colonial red-colored houses and horse-drawn carriages, takes you to nineteenth-century Britain. To this day, colorful wooden horse-drawn carts are a common means of transportation in town.

Pyin Oo Lwin - The city of flowers

While blighted by more modern construction, Pyin Oo Lwin's colonial past remains the key to the town's attractiveness, and the surrounding countryside offers lots to explore, including a number of magnificent waterfalls.

Pyin Oo Lwin is home to the historical National Kandawgyi Botanical Gardens, the country's largest botanical site founded in 1915. It's a great area to get away from Mandalay's scorching heat.

The easiest way to appreciate Pyin Oo Lwin is to simply wander about and take in the hilly scenery.

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What to do and what to see

If you want to know more about what to do and what to see on a Myanmar tour, let’s spend time learning more about interesting activities here.

One of the most intriguing activities in Pwyin Oo Lwin is riding in a horse carriage: unlike other trips where you just use a car or walk, you may take a horse excursion in Pyin Oo Lwin! Old-fashioned horse-drawn carriages painted in vibrant pinks, reds, purples, and greens may be found in the city center. Let's have a seat and enjoy this Myanmar trip. This is the ideal way to observe the town. This might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! It's also a lot of fun!

Taking a horse at Pyin Oo Lwin

In addition, when exploring this site, don't forget to trek to the village. Do you wish to trek and discover every corner of Pyin Oo Lwin? You'll have lots of chances to do so at Pyin Oo Lwin. The hills are home to various communities inhabited by Myanmar's ethnic groups. Walk to these communities and interact with the residents. Don't forget to interact with locals to have a better knowledge of their daily life. The natives are extremely welcoming and eager to share their habits and rituals with you.

The local life of Pyin Oo Lwin

Also, enjoying the waterfall should be added to your Myanmar tour itinerary. The Pwe Gauk falls, a cluster of small waterfalls east of Pyin Oo Lwin, is a favorite hangout for residents, especially during the holidays. The Dat Taw Gyaint waterfall, just outside Anisakan to the southwest of Pyin Oo Lwin, is the most magnificent in the area. The lowest part of the waterfall, located at the head of a steep valley, splashes dramatically into a pool of crystal pure water where you may swim. As you get close to the waterfall, you will realize how fresh and cool the air is. Don't forget to immerse yourself in this cool waterfall and come back with more stunning photographs!

Your Myanmar travel tour can’t be fulfilling if you ignore visiting the botanical garden. Pyin Oo Lwin has a beautiful national botanical garden called Kandawgyi. The national park is situated around 4 kilometers from the town center. You may explore Kandawgyi National Park by bicycle or horse-drawn carriage. This is a relaxing experience for your journey. A picture of a serene lake setting, wooden bridge, and waterfall will appear before your eyes under the green foliage. At the same time, the blossoming flowers of various types will make you feel as if you are in a floral paradise.

Flowers at National Kandawgyi Botanical Gardens 

And, in Myanmar, you can’t miss visiting pagodas because Myanmar is the land of pagodas. The Chinese temple in Myanmar dates back over 300 years. They worship Buddha and other deities. This location is just about 10 minutes by bicycle from the town center, and you may stop here on your way to the Pyin Oo Lwin plateau. In contrast to the style of other temples in Myanmar, the Chinese pagoda features a 7-story tower construction.  You should climb to the top level to see the entire scenery of the Pyin Oo Lwin plateau.

Chinese Temple in Pyin Oo Lwin

What to eat and what to drink

To have the best Myanmar tour, don’t forget to try the delicious foods of this country.

There are several restaurants in Pyin Oo Lwin that provide a variety of dishes. Now, let's go on a culinary trip to try different types of Burmese cuisine.

Don't forget to taste the noodles since they are quite popular and contribute to the reputation of Myanmar food. Mohinga, Nan Gyi Thote, Meeshay, Coconut noodles, and more speciality noodles are available.

Nan Gyi Thote

Other distinctive delicacies, such as tea leaf salad and Si Htamin, are available from both restaurants and street sellers. After trying it, you'll understand why Burmese people love it.

In terms of drinks, Burmese people are accustomed to having breakfast at tea shops and spending their leisure time in teahouses, so why not try a cup of tea? Furthermore, Burmese beer is highly popular in Myanmar, so a bottle of beer on a hot day is a great choice!

Burmese beer

When to visit

Weather feature is one of the most Myanmar travel information you should know about to plan the best trip.

The greatest time to visit Pyin Oo Lwin is when you can fully immerse yourself in the experience without worrying about natural disasters. Pyin Oo Lwin's weather is pleasant, and the greatest activities are available at this time.

From November until February is the dry season. It has nice weather with little rain and cool temps. As a result, the dry season has become the busiest tourist season in Pyin Oo Lwin and is an excellent time to visit.

The greatest time to visit Pyin Oo Lwin is from November until February 

The hot season lasts from March through April when the temperature is scorching hot and there is little rain.

May to October is the rainy season. The southwest monsoon bursts in May, bringing rain showers to the area. Heavy rain may have an effect on tourism by making roads difficult to travel on and spoiling some sights. As a result, you should plan some inside activities. But, because it is the low season, prices will be lower than during the high season.

Tours

If you don’t know too much about Myanmar travel destinations to make a detailed plan by yourself, you can contact Asia Private Travels for a detailed itinerary with the best support!

Pyin Oo Lwin and Mandalay: Mandalay and Pyin Oo Lwin are relatively close in distance. As a result, you may visit both Pyin On Lwin and Mandalay. Mandalay, the country's historic royal capital, is home to a variety of pagodas, temples, monasteries, and other Buddhist buildings. Many pilgrims and believers travel to Mandalay to witness the city's stunning golden pagodas and bright Buddha sculptures.

Pyin Oo Lwin and amazing waterfalls: Pyin Oo Lwin is most renowned for its botanical gardens, but it also has a lot of natural attractions, such as waterfalls. The most notable is Dat Taw Gyaint Waterfall, which is located southwest of town. Dat Taw Gyaint Waterfall is an excellent choice for people wishing to relax while admiring Pyin Oo Lwin's natural splendor. Pwe Kauk Waterfall along with the small waterfalls at December Gardens are other excellent choices. Therefore, if you want to escape the heat while still enjoying some of Pyin Oo Lwin's natural beauty, don't hesitate to take a tour to experience it.

Pyin Oo Lwin trekking: Considering its elevated location, Pwin Oo Lwin is a good location for trekking expeditions. You may go through lush forests and quiet villages here. Let's get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse ourselves in the peaceful countryside. You may see numerous breathtaking views, so bring your cameras to capture these amazing moments.

Pyin Oo Lwin day tour: If you do not have too much time, Pyin Oo Lwin day tour is one of the best tours for you. During a day, you can visit many historical buildings as well as pagodas here. You might visit the beautiful view of the waterfall in Pyin Oo Lwin. Let’s escape the heat of summer weather and have the best relaxing time in Pyin Oo Lwin.

Pyin Oo Lwin waterfall view and botanical garden: Pyin Oo Lwin is very famous for its peaceful surroundings with its natural beauty. The botanical garden attracts many tourists every year due to its diversity of biology. Besides, Pwin Oo Lwin is also popular for its waterfall view. Let’s leave all your worries behind and have the best Pwin Oo Lwin tour!

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