Kyaik-hti-yo (The Golden Rock Pagoda)


Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda is located at the summit of Mount Kyaik-hti-yo, 176km from Yangon. It is famous for the huge golden rock perched at its summit which is defying the gravity of earth. It is one of the famous pilgrimage sites for Myanmar people. It is way more than just a pilgrimage site for travelers, its cultural factor and spirituality are worth to explore. The local people who come far and wide are excited with happiness and high devotion. The mysterious sunset will offer travelers to enjoy the natural masterpiece of the place. To reach the summit, travelers must take a truck with benches along the steep and beautiful mountains which would be an amazing and fun experience.