landmark
U Bein Bridge
The world's longest teak footbridge stretching 1.2 kilometers across Taungthaman Lake, offering magical sunset silhouettes.
32 km · about 35 min drive
Mandalay Region, Myanmar · Asia
Kyaukse sits on the route: 35 minutes from Thar Yar Kone, 41km from Mandalay Hill.
Kyaukse is a town located in Mandalay Region, Myanmar. With a population of 50,480, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kyaukse 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 Kyaukse to your route.
Kyaukse (Burmese: ကျောက်ဆည် မြို့, pronounced [tɕaʊʔ sʰɛ̀ mjo̰]) is a town and the capital of Kyaukse District in Mandalay Region, Myanmar. Lying on the Zawgyi River, 25 miles (40 km) south of Mandalay, it is served by the Mandalay-Yangon (Rangoon) railway. The first Myanmar probably settled in the area about 800, andRead more
local 12th- and 13th-century inscriptions refer to Kyaukse as “the first home”. Remains of pagodas and old cities are found throughout the area. The Shwethalyaung Pagoda, built by King Anawrahta (1044–77), is located in Kyaukse.
Kyaukse is famous for the Kyaukse elephant dance festival, and for being the home town of former dictator Senior General Than Shwe. The town's industrial zone is one of more than 30 across the country.
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Kyaukse is located in Mandalay Region, Myanmar, Asia. The coordinates are 21.6056 latitude, 96.1351 longitude.
Kyaukse has a population of approximately 50,480 people, making it a town in Myanmar.
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
The world's longest teak footbridge stretching 1.2 kilometers across Taungthaman Lake, offering magical sunset silhouettes.
32 km · about 35 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A 240-meter hill offering panoramic views of Mandalay, the royal palace, and surrounding countryside, covered in temples and monasteries.
41 km · about 45 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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