2025 Amarapura Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

The popular temple in Amarapura is called Mahagandayon Monastery. It is famous not for its Buddha statues, but for the daily life of the thousands of monks in the temple, such as going out in the morning to beg for alms and having lunch together in the hall at noon. During the peak tourist season, buses of tourists come to visit every day, so much so that the monks are overwhelmed and have to change the time of their activities. The bridge that makes Amarapura famous is called U Bein Bridge. It spans Taungthaman Lake and is 1,188 meters long, making it the longest teak pedestrian bridge in the world. It is said that more than 100 years ago, when Amarapura replaced Inwa as the capital, the then mayor transported teak from the old palace in Inwa to build the bridge. In honor of him, the bridge was named after his surname and the honorific title U Bein. U Bein Bridge looks ordinary during the day, but after sunrise, the villagers and monks passing by the bridge form a picture of life. An hour before sunset, the people on the bridge become silhouettes on a red curtain, and the U Bein Bridge against the sunset becomes an unparalleled beautiful picture. From Mandalay to Amarapura, you can take a taxi, pickup truck, or motorcycle. From Amarapura to U Bein Bridge, you can walk or take a horse-drawn carriage. If you don't want to be part of the silhouette on the bridge, it is better to take a boat on the lake to watch the sunset over U Bein Bridge. It is important to note that due to the protracted civil war and rampant fraud against Chinese people in recent years, Myanmar is no longer a safe travel destination. We can only look for the afterglow of the sunset over U Bein Bridge from photos and memories of our travels.

A trip to Myanmar is a journey of the soul and Buddhist culture, washing away the restlessness deep in the soul and making it more peaceful and joyful. Mandalay, Mandalay Province, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the second largest city in Myanmar, is not only the economic, political, and cultural center of Myanmar, but also a famous city of pagodas and a tourist destination. Mahagandayon Monastery, also known as the Thousand Monks Monastery. It is the largest monastery in Myanmar. Every morning, tourists from all over the world gather here to witness the shocking scene of thousands of monks having meals together. There are no restrictions on vegetarian or non-vegetarian food in Myanmar's monasteries, and the monks eat whatever they receive as alms. There are two meals a day, at 4am and 10am, and only water can be consumed outside of these times. Emerald Buddha Pagoda, the only pagoda in the world built entirely of emerald. At night, the emerald body emits a soft green light, bringing a sense of peace and tranquility to people. Ubun Bridge, the world's longest century-old pomelo wood bridge. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world to watch the sunset. As the sun sets in the west, standing on the wooden bridge with your loved one, basking in the afterglow, it is so romantic and happy that it is also known as the "Lovers' Bridge" by the locals. Mandalay Palace is mainly red and gold in color, showing the noble temperament of the royal family. Although it is not as luxurious as other palaces, it is particularly grand. Climbing the tower, the entire palace is in full view, leaving nothing to the imagination. Gudutao Pagoda, meaning "the greatest merit pagoda in the world", has 729 cloud stone tablets inside, on which the Tripitaka is carved. If a person reads for 8 hours a day, it would take more than 400 days to finish reading them all. These stone tablets are also known as "the greatest books 📖". Golden Palace Monastery, a stunning masterpiece of zelkova wood architecture. Originally a golden palace, after years of wind and sun, the golden color has faded, leaving only black memories: the carved figures on the wooden doors and windows are arranged in an orderly and three-dimensional manner, making this 150-year-old monastery a classic of wood carving architecture.

Every day, there are countless locals on Ubuntu Bridge. They are either in groups of three or five, talking and laughing; or walking alone, thoughtfully. The Ubuntu Bridge has set off these sluts to be taller, and the monks have also adorned the Ubuntu Bridge. In the face of the troubled world, return to the quiet heart. Many monks will walk on the bridge or stand quietly, and they are particularly quiet. Wuben Bridge at sunset, everything is immersed in the gorgeous colors. The sunset of the Ubuntu Bridge and the monks along the bridge constitute a beautiful and harmonious picture.