Best Tourist Places to Visit in Momeik, Myanmar, Asia

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Momeik, Myanmar, Asia

Momeik also Known as Mong Mit is situated in the Asian continent towards the northeast of Myanmar in the Shan State. Shwelli River flows besides the town, Momeik and fishing, farming production of rubber and coconut farming helps in the development of economy. The town is sited at a distance of 520 km from the capital city, Naypyidaw. The geographical coordinates puts the place at 23⁰07’00” N and 96⁰41’00” E.

Climate in Momeik:

During summer season the average temperature is 31⁰C and in winter temperature drops to 20⁰C, as it has tropical monsoon climate and very warm throughout the year.

History of Momeik:

As per historians, during the year 1238 Momeik town was the part of the Hsenwi State. In the year 1465, in order to save the Kingdom of Momeik the ruler gave away a certain amount of ruby crystals to the invading Burmese King. In the year 1542 to 1546 wars were waged by neighboring kingdom rulers in order to gain supremacy over Momeik town. King Bayinnaung was victorious in many battles fought in order to gain supremacy over Momeik town. After the successful conquest of Momeik the King Bayinnaung ordered the creation of a Pagoda within Momeik. The King also donated a bell to Shwezigon Pagoda which had scriptures written in Mon, Pali and Burmese language.

In the year 1885, the ruler of Momeik passed away leaving behind a young heir to the throne. During this period the British conquered the entire Shan state and Momeik fell under their control. Many national struggles took place in the region against the British oppression. The year 1948 marked the beginning of Myanmar Independence and the end of the British rule in the entire country.

Tourist Places in Momeik:

Momeik is renowned for its mineral resources and also for precious and semi precious stones bounded by mountainous region which is pleasant and suited for trekking. Tourist destinations are located around the town at the distance of 100 to 200 kms, some of the places to visit in and around Momeik are listed here below:

Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery
Shwe Yaunghwe Kyaung
Hpuang Daw U Pagoda
Floating Gardens
Indein Village

Means of Commutation to Momeik:

Momeik is connected via airways and airport is situated at the distance of 4 kms. The Momeik Airport caters to the arrival and departure of domestic flights and there are daily domestic flights available to places such as Thandwe, Mandalay, Tachilek, Nyaung U, Kengtung, Heho and Yangon and vice versa.

Momeik has well established networks of roadways to places within Myanmar. There are Buses available daily to places such as Twinnge, Myitkyina, Mabein, Bhamo, Thabeikkyin, Mandalay, Mogok and Kyaukme and intercity transportation is facilitated by Buses, shared Taxis and Taxis.

Accommodation Options at Momeik:

The city of Momeik has some good decent hotels and guesthouses providing first-rate accommodation amenities to the tourists. Hotels range from budget to luxury offering amenities and services like TV, room heaters, laundry services, undertake travel bookings, conduct package tours and spa facilities etc. there are only few hotels in the town and other major hotels are situated at the distance of 235 kms in Mandalay city. Some of the hotels in and around Momeik are listed below: