Places to visit in Yangon

• Shwedagon Pagoda or Paya: Start your Yangon trip by visiting the beautiful Shwedagon Pagoda, rising magnificently over the Singuttara Hill. Considered to be the holiest site in Myanmar, it is a 100-metre high gold plated, bell-shaped structure. The upper dome is studded with over 5000 diamonds and other precious gems. As per legends, five lotus buds popped on the Singuttara Hill signifying the five Buddhas who would guide the world to Nirvana. This 2500 years old structure is a sight to behold during daytime but looks more magical at night when the entire place is lit up.
• Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda: Located at a short distance from the Shwedagon Pagoda is Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda. The structure houses a remarkable statue of reclining Buddha measuring 65 metres long and 16 metres high. It is usually referred to as 'Sweet-Eyed Buddha’ by the visitors as the statue features large, expressive eyes with bright blue eyeshadow, made using exclusive imported Japanese glass. 
• Sule Paya: Sule Paya is another famous landmark in Myanmar that has great cultural and historical significance. In the 1880s, this place was the epicenter for town planning for the Britishers while redesigning Yangon. During political demonstrations in 1988 and 2007, it served as a meeting point for several political activities. It is an octagonal, bell-shaped structure surrounded by bronze bells, stupas and shrines with images of Buddha. Take a stroll around Sule Paya, admiring the colonial-style buildings at the High Court, the Independence Monument and the City Hall.
• Botahtaung Pagoda: After visiting Shwedagon and Sule Paya, you must visit Botahtaung Pagoda as it is considered one of the three prime worship sites in the city. Walk through the hollow interiors of the pagoda while admiring the unusual features and the hair relic of Buddha.
• Kandawgyi Lake and Karaweik Hall: If you are looking at taking a break from the regular sightseeing spots, then visit the stunning Kandawgyi Lake surrounded by lush, tropical woods. A photographer’s delight, the main highlight of this place is Karaweik Hall, a bird-shaped, floating restaurant offering a panoramic view of the entire lake and the Shwedagon Pagoda. The hall space spreads across three floors comprising of dining rooms, art and crafts shops, an area for performances and an amusement zone for children.

Nightlife in Yangon

ABC Country Pub: If you wish to enjoy some live, western country music with your friends, head to the ABC Country Pub. You will surely have a gala time along with some delicious food.

Asia Plaza Disco: It’s a well-known late night disco in Yangon. This place also hosts traditional dance shows and fashion shows.

BME 2: This place attracts crowd for its unusual ambience. It is also popular for their impressive live rock band performances and fantastic house music.

Mr. Guitar:  Mr. Guitar is quite popular with the locals and tourists as it plays unique versions of songs from different genres including rock, country and classical. It also hosts karaoke sessions and has a great in-house band.

Zero Zone Roof Top Beer Garden: To experience how locals relax in the evening, you must visit this place. It hosts live dance and music performances. The music here is primarily Burmese disco and pop. The cuisine comprises seafood, chinese and a barbeque buffet, etc.