Mogaung Monastery, Mandalay

#47 among attractions in Mandalay

Temple, Buddhist architecture

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Mogaung Monastery is a Buddhist monastery in Mandalay, Myanmar. The wooden monastery was built by the Mogaung Mibaya, a minor queen of King Pagan Min in 1847. The monastery's dimensions are 258 by 106 feet and is supported by 342 teak pillars. The monastery's wooden carvings are adorned with motifs from the Ramayana. ()

Coordinates: 21°59'39"N, 96°6'55"E

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Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

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Mogaung Monastery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kuthodaw Pagoda, Yadanabon Zoological Gardens, Shwenandaw Monastery, Taiktaw Monastery.

0.7 miN
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Architecture
Kuthodaw Pagoda, Mandalay
19 min walk • Nestled within the royal city of Mandalay, Myanmar, the Kuthodaw Pagoda stands as a testament to Burmese culture and Buddhist scholarship. This remarkable temple complex, also known as the world's largest book, is home to the entire Pali Canon of Theravada Buddhism...
1.3 miNW
Zoo
Yadanabon Zoological Gardens, Mandalay
33 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mandalay, the second-largest city in Myanmar (Burma), the Yadanabon Zoological Gardens is a notable destination for both locals and tourists alike. Established in 1989, this zoological park has become an integral part of the city's cultural...
0.5 miN
Buddhist architecture, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Shwenandaw Monastery, Mandalay
12 min walk • Shwenandaw Monastery is a historic Buddhist monastery located in the city of Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), known for its exquisite wood carvings and significant cultural heritage. Originally part of the royal palace complex, the monastery was constructed in the 19th...
0.5 miW
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Taiktaw Monastery, Mandalay
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0.9 miNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Kyauktawgyi Buddha Temple, Mandalay
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Buddhist architecture, Temple
Atumashi Kyaung, Mandalay
13 min walk • Atumashi Kyaung, also known as the Incomparable Monastery, is a distinguished historical temple located in the heart of Mandalay, Myanmar. Constructed in 1857 by King Mindon, who founded Mandalay as the new royal capital, the temple is an outstanding example of...
0.7 miNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Sandamuni Pagoda, Mandalay
19 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Mandalay, Myanmar, the Sandamuni Pagoda is a remarkable temple that commands attention with its unique architectural features and spiritual significance. Known for its distinctive array of white stupas, this sacred site stands as a...
0.7 miN
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Tripiṭaka tablets at Kuthodaw Pagoda, Mandalay
18 min walk • Stone tablets inscribed with the Tripiṭaka stand upright in the grounds of the Kuthodaw Pagoda at the foot of Mandalay Hill in Mandalay, Myanmar. The work was commissioned by King Mindon as part of his transformation of Mandalay into a royal capital. It was completed in 1868. The text contains the Buddhist canon in the Burmese language.
0.6 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
National Theatre of Mandalay, Mandalay
15 min walk • The National Theatre of Mandalay, located in Aungmyethazan Township, Mandalay, is a national theatre of Myanmar. The theatre is used for cultural exchange programs with foreign countries, departmental workshops, religious ceremonies, award ceremonies, performing arts competitions, and musical concerts.
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Temple, Buddhist architecture
Salin Monastery, Mandalay
18 min walk • Salin Monastery is a royal Buddhist monastery in Mandalay, Burma, known for its indigenous wooden carvings. The monastery was built under the patronage of the Salin Princess. Salin Monastery was located north of Mandalay Palace, near the racetrack.
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Temple, Buddhist architecture
Kyaymyin Monastery, Mandalay
18 min walk • Kyaymyin Monastery, also known as the Yandabo Ywaza Monastery is a historic royal Buddhist monastery in Mandalay, Burma. The monastery, located on 62nd Street, was founded originally established by a village head, the Yandabo Ywaza, in 1878. It was subsequently renovated by the Kyaymyin Queen, a minor consort of King Mindon Min.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mogaung Monastery?

Nearby attractions include Shwenandaw Monastery, Mandalay (12 min walk), Taiktaw Monastery, Mandalay (12 min walk), Atumashi Kyaung, Mandalay (13 min walk), National Theatre of Mandalay, Mandalay (15 min walk).

How to get to Mogaung Monastery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mogaung Monastery:

Train

Nan Shae (14 min walk)

Bus

Gig (38 min walk)