Thanlyin Travel Guide
Formerly known as Syriam, the city of Thanlyin is situated on the Irrawaddy Delta and was once an important seventeenth century port. Just outside Yangon, Thanlyin makes a good day trip destination.
- Worth It?
- Only if you are spending time in Yangon and have a day to kill.
- What to Do
- take a boat trip on the river, visit the local temple, buy provisions at the market.
- Best Time to Go
- March to mid-May, just after the heavy rainy season.
- How Long?
- Half a day is enough time to explore Thanlyin.
- Trivia
- the Portuguese adventurer proclaimed himself King Philip de Brito and became the ruler of Syriam until 1613.
Most people travel to Thanlyin to see the impressive Kyauktan Ye Le Pagoda, which is located approximately 20kms to the south of the city on a small island in Hmaw Won Creek. This pretty temple complex contains a grand collection of artwork.
Visitors to Thanlyin can also cross the Yangon River to explore the town of Kyauktan, where there are a number of good places to eat and a vibrant market.
Travel to Thanlyin - Getting There
Tourists can only use the main airport at Yangon. There is a direct rail link from Yangon to Thanlyin (2 hours). The pretty town of Kyauktan is situated just across the river and there are regular boats from here to Thanlyin (20 minutes).
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