Santawshin Pagoda
Coming to Mawlamyine, travelers will be impressed by the beauty of Myanmar from a different perspective, both rustic and ancient. If you want to find a quiet and fresh place to relax, away from the bustling of prosperous places, the city of Mawlamyine is an ideal destination. Located about 300km
Santawshin Pagoda welcomes tourists with two giant mythical dragons standing guard. Climbing up a few steps, visitors will be amazed by a huge golden stupa as the main hall of the pagoda. Walking around the pagoda ground, there are many Buddha statues in various shapes, suitable for those who want to get to know the culture of Buddhism. However, tourists must remove shoes before having a tour around Santawshin.
Santawshin Pagoda
Tourists don’t have to be Buddhists to visit a Pagoda. Coming to Santawshin, one can just simply relax, blend in with the quiet atmosphere, meditate and reflect their souls through the peaceful vibe of the Pagoda. From Santawshin Pagoda, tourists can even observe the beautiful view of the Thalwin river and the whole town of Mawlamyine. Visitors might encounter some monks who claim his father was British and was born during World War II, which will be quite an interesting experience.
Shrine
The best time to visit Santawshin pagoda is from November to February with low rainfall and comfortable temperature. It is recommended to visit the Pagoda at dusk so that tourists can fully experience the sunset and the stunning view of the city of Mawlamyine.
