Hsipaw
At the northern edge of town, Hsipaw’s oldest neighbourhood has a village-like atmosphere, two delightful old teak monasteries and a collection of ancient…
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Hsipaw
Increasing numbers of foreigners are finding their way to delightful Hsipaw (သီေပါ; pronounced ‘see-paw’ or ‘tee-bor’), drawn by the possibilities of easily arranged hill treks. Many people, though, find the town's laid-back vibe and intriguing history as a Shan royal city as much of an attraction and spend far longer here than they intended. With just enough tourist infrastructure to be convenient, Hsipaw is a great stop for anyone wanting to visit an interesting northern Shan State town.
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Hsipaw
Five miles west of Hsipaw, beside the Hsipaw–Kyaukme road, this pagoda is of great significance to Shan people and gets overloaded with pilgrims who…
Hsipaw
Built in 1924, the fading Hsipaw Palace is an English-style mansion set in run-down grounds. But if the building is infused with a melancholic air, the…
Hsipaw
For sweeping views across the river and Hsipaw, climb to Thein Daung Pagoda, also known as Nine Buddha Hill or, most often, Sunset Hill. It’s part of a…
Hsipaw
South of the central area, Mahamyatmuni Paya is the biggest and grandest pagoda in the main town. The large brass-faced buddha image here was inspired by…
Hsipaw
Most interesting before dawn, when the road outside is jammed with hill villagers selling their wares; all will have cleared away by 7am, although the…
Hsipaw
The main market in town is a busy affair in the morning when locals come to shop for produce. By the afternoon, it is usually pretty sleepy.
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The principal Buddhist temple in the heart of Hsipaw has a shimmering golden stupa visible from several blocks away.
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