Must-see attractions in Hpa-an

  • The entrance hall of Saddan cave.

    Saddan Cave

    Hpa-an

    This football-stadium-sized cave is simply breathtaking, its entrance dominated by dozens of buddha statues, a couple of pagodas and some newer clay wall…

  • Kyauk Kalap

    Hpa-an

    Standing proud in the middle of a small, artificial lake is Kyauk Kalap, a tall finger of sheer rock atop which is one of the more unusual pagodas in…

  • Kawgun Cave & Yathaypyan Cave

    Hpa-an

    The 7th-century artwork of the Kawgun Cave consists of thousands of tiny clay buddhas and carvings plastered all over the walls and roof of this open…

  • Shweyinhmyaw Paya

    Hpa-an

    Close to the waterfront, this golden pagoda is a popular hang-out around sunset, as well as an easy place to watch the world go by during the day.

  • Kaw Ka Thawng Cave

    Hpa-an

    This area actually consists of three caves, only two of which are generally open to the public.

  • Clock Tower

    Hpa-an

    Now digitised, but not always working, Hpa-an's clock tower is lit up at night like a gaudy lollipop.

  • Market

    Hpa-an

    Hpa-an's vibrant market is good for a wander and a chat with the locals.

  • Monastery

    Hpa-an

    Monastery in the west of Hpa-an, close to the river.

  • Monastery

    Hpa-an

    Monastery in the centre of Hpa-an.

  • Mosque

    Hpa-an

    The main mosque in Hpa-an.