Mingaladon Township, Yangon

#95 among attractions in Yangon

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Facts and practical information

Mingaladon Township is located in the northernmost part of Yangon, Myanmar. The township comprises 31 wards, and shares borders with Hmawbi Township in the north, North Okkalapa Township in the east, Insein Township and Shwepyitha Township in the west, and Mayangon Township in the south. Mingaladon is still relatively undeveloped and lacks basic municipal services. ()

Local name: မင်္ဂလာဒုံမြို့နယ် Area: 41.14 mi²Coordinates: 16°54'26"N, 96°7'60"E

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Northern District (Mingaladon)Yangon Myanmar (Burma)

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Mingaladon Township – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Myanmar Plaza, Bayinnaung Market, Kaba Aye Pagoda, Inya Lake.

5.7 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Myanmar Plaza, Yangon
145 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Yangon, Myanmar Plaza stands as a beacon of modern retail and lifestyle in Myanmar. This expansive shopping center, which has quickly become a favorite among locals and tourists alike, offers a unique blend of international and local brands...
3.3 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Bayinnaung Market, Yangon
84 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Yangon, Myanmar, the Bayinnaung Market stands as a vibrant testament to the city's thriving commerce and rich cultural tapestry. This shopping centre, much more than a mere collection of shops, is a hub of activity where locals...
3.8 miS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Kaba Aye Pagoda, Yangon
96 min walk • Kaba Aye Pagoda, also known as the World Peace Pagoda, is a prominent landmark in the city of Yangon, Myanmar. This revered site stands as a symbol of peace and a beacon of Theravada Buddhism, attracting pilgrims and tourists alike with its serene atmosphere...
4.9 miS
Serene option for strolls and sailing
Inya Lake, Yangon
125 min walk • Inya Lake is the largest lake in Yangon, Burma, a popular recreational area for Yangonites, and a famous location for romance in popular culture.
2.8 miNE
Cemetery
Yayway Cemetery, Yangon
71 min walk • Yayway Cemetery is a cemetery located in North Okkalapa Township, Yangon, Myanmar. The cemetery is the final resting place of many prominent Burmese. The cemetery is maintained by the Yangon City Development Committee's environmental maintenance department.
3.9 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Myanmar Gems Museum, Yangon
100 min walk • Myanmar Gems Museum, in Yangon, Myanmar, is a museum dedicated to precious Burmese gem stones. The museum is located on the third floor of a four-story building, located near Kaba Aye Pagoda.
5.3 miS
Universities and schools
University of Yangon, Yangon
135 min walk • The University of Yangon, located in Kamayut, Yangon, is the oldest university in Myanmar's modern education system and the best known university in Myanmar.
5.2 miE
Universities and schools
Dagon University, Yangon
134 min walk • Dagon University, located in North Dagon, Yangon, is one of the largest universities in Myanmar. The university, established in 1993, offers bachelor's and master's degrees in liberal arts and sciences to full-time, part-time and online students.
2.6 miSE
Universities and schools, Buddhist architecture
International Theravada Buddhist Missionary University, Yangon
66 min walk • The International Theravāda Buddhist Missionary University is on the Dhammapãla Hill, Mayangon Township, in Yangon, Myanmar. It was inaugurated on 6th waxing moon of Nadaw, 1360 ME.
1.7 miSW
Temple
Kyauktawgyi Buddha Temple, Yangon
44 min walk • Kyauktawgyi Buddha Temple is a Buddhist temple located on Mindhamma Hill on Mingaladon Township, Yangon, Burma. The temple houses a 25 feet feet tall Buddha called the Loka Chantha Abhaya Labha Muni, which is carved out of a single piece of white marble quarried in Sagyin Hill, Madaya Township, Mandalay Region.
5.2 miSE
Neighbourhood
South Okkalapa Township, Yangon
133 min walk • South Okkalapa Township is located in the eastern part of Yangon. The township comprises 14 wards, and shares borders with North Okkalapa Township in the north, North Dagon Township in the east, Yankin Township in the west and Thingangyun Township in the south.

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How to get to Mingaladon Township by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mingaladon Township:

Bus

Pann Chan Kone • Lines: 11, 37 Hlegu, 37 Htaukkyant, 37 TU Hmawbi, 37 Waryarlatt, 41, 41 Hmawbi Market, 41 TU Hmawbi, 43, 44, 90, 96, 97, 98 (7 min walk)
Kalar Phaya • Lines: 11, 37 Hlegu, 37 Htaukkyant, 37 TU Hmawbi, 37 Waryarlatt, 41, 41 Hmawbi Market, 41 TU Hmawbi, 43, 44, 90, 96, 97, 98 (8 min walk)