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Amarapura

Mandalay Region, Myanmar · Asia

About Amarapura

Amarapura is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Thar Yar Kone, 10km from Mandalay Hill.

Amarapura is a city located in Mandalay Region, Myanmar. With a population of 237,618, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Amarapura sits in Myanmar. It's in the Asia/Yangon time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Amarapura to your route.

About Amarapura

Amarapura (Burmese: အမရပူရ, romanized: aamarapuur, pronounced [ʔəməɹa̰pùɹa̰], lit. 'The Immortal City'; also spelt as Ummerapoora) is a former capital of Myanmar, and now a township of Mandalay city. Amarapura is bounded by the Irrawaddy River in the west, Chanmyathazi Township in the north, and the ancient capital

Read more site of Ava (Inwa) in the south. It was the capital of Myanmar twice during the Konbaung period (1783–1821 and 1842–1857) before finally being supplanted by Mandalay 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) north in 1859. It is historically referred to as Taungmyo (Southern City) in relation to Mandalay. Amarapura today is part of Mandalay, as a result of urban sprawl. The township is known today for its traditional silk and cotton weaving, and bronze casting. It is a popular tourist day-trip destination from Mandalay.

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Where is Amarapura located?

Amarapura is located in Mandalay Region, Myanmar, Asia. The coordinates are 21.9071 latitude, 96.0489 longitude.

What is the population of Amarapura?

Amarapura has a population of approximately 237,618 people, making it a city in Myanmar.

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Quick Information

Population
237,618
Continent
Asia
Country
Myanmar
Region
Mandalay Region
Timezone
Asia/Yangon
Coordinates
21.9071, 96.0489

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Worth the detour from Amarapura

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

U Bein Bridge

The world's longest teak footbridge stretching 1.2 kilometers across Taungthaman Lake, offering magical sunset silhouettes.

2 km · about 5 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Mandalay Hill

A 240-meter hill offering panoramic views of Mandalay, the royal palace, and surrounding countryside, covered in temples and monasteries.

10 km · about 20 min drive

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  • Right hereMandalay HillA 240-meter hill offering panoramic views of Mandalay, the royal palace, and surrounding countryside, covered in temples and monasteries.

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Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Amarapura.

Thar Yar Kone

🇲🇲 Myanmar

6 km awayPop. 4,777

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🇲🇲 Myanmar

8 km awayPop. 1,208,099

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34 km awayPop. 24,234

Kyaukse

🇲🇲 Myanmar

35 km awayPop. 50,480

Pyin Oo Lwin

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Ta Dar U

🇲🇲 Myanmar

57 km awayPop. 1,515

Kyi

🇲🇲 Myanmar

74 km awayPop. 1,358

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