9 Places to Visit in Hsipaw + Things To Do

Hsipaw is a laidback destination perched on the high hills of Shan State, Myanmar. Its beautiful location and relaxed vibe are its most significant advantages for tourists coming to this side of the country, 200 kilometers away from the second largest city Mandalay.

Hsipaw enjoys a refreshing climate that allows for leisure strolls. It will help you appreciate the town’s landmarks, which include Mahar Myat Muni Temple, Kyawng Khum Temple, and the old small village of Myauk Myo. Tourists also love hopping on the local train, crossing the Goteik Viaduct, visiting the Central Market, climbing Sunset Hill, and exploring the casual charm of this countryside gem.

Hsipaw provides easy connections to other parts of Myanmar through bus and train lines. If you are coming from an international destination, the closest route is via the Mandalay International Airport, serving key cities in Asia, like Singapore, Macau, Bangkok, Phnom Penh, and Hangzhou.

To help with your trip planning, I’ve added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted below. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app for easy reference. But before you start ticking goals off your bucketlist, here are travel essentials & discounts you’ll need to check. Pre-book online for a hassle-free trip!

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1. Experience the Local Train to Hsipaw

Mandalay to Hsipaw train, Myanmar

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2. Cross the Goteik Viaduct (Nawnghkio)

Gokteik Viaduct (Nawnghkio) crossing on the Mandalay to Hsipaw train, in Shan State, Myanmar

Gokteik Viaduct (Nawnghkio) crossing on the Mandalay to Hsipaw train, in Shan State, Myanmar

Location: Goteik, Mandalay region, Myanmar (Burma). Save on Google Maps.

3. Climb Sunset Hill

Sunset Hill in Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

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4. Visit the Central Market (Morning Market)

Central Market (Morning Market) in Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

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5. Witness the Morning Alms

Apprentice Monk doing the Morning Alms in Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

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6. Mahar Myat Muni Temnple

Mahar Myat Muni Temnple in Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

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7. Mytinge River

Mytinge River in Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

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8. Kyawng Khum Temple

Kyawng Khum Temple in Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

Location: Hsipaw, Myanmar (Burma)

9. Hsipaw Clock Tower

Hsipaw Clock Tower in Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

Location: Hsipaw, Myanmar (Burma)

Where to go near Hsipaw & beyond

Mandalay

Location: Northern Myanmar. Save on Google Maps.

Mandalay Travel Essentials

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Bagan

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Bagan Travel Essentials

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Places to visit in Hsipaw

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