Penthouse

Top choice in Yangon


This sophisticated rooftop space draws the local elite. You'll have to cram into one small corner of its spacious outdoor area to get a view of Shwedagon Paya, but otherwise the soft-cushioned horseshoe seating around low tables creates a mellow vibe for cocktail-sipping and Myanmar star-spotting.


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1. Resistance Park

0.16 MILES

Sectioned off from neighbouring People's Park is this former parade ground. It's a pleasant place for a stroll, with great views of Shwedagon Paya. When…

2. People's Park

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Notable for its splendid views of the western side of Shwedagon Paya, this well-tended park offers plenty of pleasant features, such as flower gardens and…

3. U Thant House

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One of Myanmar's most respected international politicians, U Thant was UN Secretary General from 1961 to 1971. When his grandson, Thant Myint-U,…

4. Martyrs' Mausoleum

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This striking mausoleum houses the remains of General Aung San and the six comrades who were assassinated on 19 July 1947. The Soviet-style, red-painted…

5. Shwedagon Paya Museum

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Accessed from the west side of Shwedagon's main terrace is this small museum which is chock-full of buddha statues and religious ornaments. Look for the…

6. Shwedagon Paya

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One of Buddhism's most sacred sites, the 326ft zedi (stupa) here is adorned with 27 metric tons of gold leaf, along with thousands of diamonds and other…

7. Rangoon War Cemetery

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The smaller of Yangon's two cemeteries dedicated to the fallen servicemen of WWII in Burma is located down a quiet lane near the Jasmine Palace Hotel…

8. Maha Wizaya Zedi

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