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A historical city and a centre of Myanmar culture, Mandalay enchants visitors with its fascinating culture and many beautiful sites. About 600kms north of Yangon, located on the Ayeyarwaddy River, Mandalay is the country’s second largest city and was built by King Mindon, with its name taken after the Mandalay Hill, the magnificent landmark of the city.

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Royal Palace: a walled city within the city of Mandalay, the palace was built by King Mindon in 1861 to fulfil the prophecy of the Lord Buddha. The palace was renovated after WWII when many parts of the palace were destroyed. Featuring many exquisite pavilions and chambers, the palace also houses a museum displaying models of original palace buildings. The elegant and glorious Royal Palace is a must to visit if you are in Mandalay.

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Shwe Kyi Myin Paya: an impressive pagoda located in the heart of the city, Shwe Kyi Myin Paya was built in the 1st century by Prince Min Shin Saw of Pagan. Very unique in its style and history, this pagoda has never been renovated and what you see today is what it was like on the day the pagoda was finished. A great place to see where you can also observe the images made of gold and silver taken from other ruined structures of Mandalay.

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