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 Thanlyin
(Syriam) & Kyauktan
One hour from Yangon, across Myanmar's longest bridge, lies
the town of Thanlyin and the ruins of an 18th century Portuguese
church. On an island in the middle of the river is Ye Le Paya
Pagoda (literally "the pagoda at the centre of the river")
containing pictures of other famous pagodas in different parts
of the country. Beyond the town is the pagoda at Kyauktan.
A short bus ride out of town, rising on a hillock to the right
of the road, is the large, golden Kyaik-khauk Pagoda. The
tombs of two famous Myanmar Poets Laureate - Natshinaung and
Padethayaza - stand just before this pagoda.
Twante
Noted for its pottery and cotton-weaving industries, Twante
is best reached by a two hour, 24km, boat ride along the Twante
Canal. The trip also provides a delightful montage of life
along the canal.
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