Three Pagodas Pass

Three Pagodas Pass is a mountain pass on the Thailand-Myanmar border in the Tenasserim Hills, named for three small pagodas that mark the route. It has long served as a historic trade and transit route between the two countries.

The site includes the small cluster of pagodas and adjacent border facilities, local markets and viewpoints looking into Myanmar. The pass is a focal point for cross-border trade and for visitors interested in the frontier landscape and local history.

The pass has been used for centuries for trade and military movements between the regions now called Thailand and Myanmar, and it has seen repeated attention during modern border negotiations and conflicts.

Geographically, the pass sits in the western highlands of Thailand on the frontier with Kayin State in Myanmar, in the Tenasserim mountain range. It is accessible by road from nearby Thai towns that serve as border transit points.

• Border crossing: The border crossing and surrounding area may be subject to Thai and Myanmar entry regulations and can be closed or restricted at short notice; check current travel and visa rules before travelling.

• Check the current border status and entry requirements before you go - Three Pagodas Pass is an international border crossing into Myanmar and opening hours, permits or closures can change, so confirm with Thai authorities or local offices.
• Visit early in the day to avoid crowds and potential wait times at checkpoints; mornings also give clearer views of the three pagodas and the surrounding border area.
• Allow time to see the nearby Thai‑side viewpoint and border market rather than treating the pass as a quick photo stop - the market and viewpoints give better context and quieter photo opportunities off the busiest hours.