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U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar. - Amarapura

Ancient town and home of the bridge.

Amarapura is an ancient city and former capital of Burma which sits about seven miles South of Mandalay. Nowadays, however, it is difficult to know where Mandalay ends and Amarapura begins. The town sits beside Taungthaman Lake which is crossed by the impressive U Bein bridge, possibly one of the most famous sites in all Myanmar.

I only spent a brief afternoon here, just about time to have a bite to eat, see a couple of temples and, obviously, cross the bridge. If you are in Mandalay, you really should visit.

Last visit to Amarapura: Feb 2006
Intro Written Sep 30, 2006
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Buddha image, Maha Ganayon Kyaung, Amarapura. - Amarapura

Maha Ganayon Kyaung. Things to Do (2)

My guide took me to see this tmeple which is close by the U Bein bridge and lakeside restaurants (see seperate... more travel advice

Lakeside restaurant, amarapura, Myanmar. - Amarapura

Beautiful prawns. Restaurants (1)

As you approach the beginning of the famous U Bein bridge there are several outsoor restaurants set up on what is... more travel advice

U Bein bridge. Things to Do (2)

Obviously, the highlight of any travellers trip to Amarapura will be a visit to the famous U Bein bridge, a magnificent... more travel advice

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AlbuqRay Jan 27, 2007 at 8:16 AM Report Abuse

Fergy, it sounds like the bridge is worth seeing but that Amarapura is not a priority visit.
albaaust Oct 15, 2006 at 12:52 AM Report Abuse

Good to see you add a few more tips Fergy-love the photos. What is so interesting is that the river looks so different to when we were there!
Mariajoy Oct 4, 2006 at 10:38 PM Report Abuse

Morning Ferg! You can't beat a good prawn - that's what I always say anyway ;-))