Popa Mountain Park

Kyaukpadaung Township, Mandalay Division

- Observing of dry zone eco system, natural hill forest & scenic beauty
- Studying geomorphological features and extinct volcano and Volcanic Plug.
- Studying traditional culture and worships.
- Observing plantation of medicinal plants.
410 miles from Yangon by car or train.

Via Nyaung U to Popa 35 miles.

Oasis of the dry zone”, Popa is a steep sided volcanic peak dedicated to the legendary “nat” spirits of Myanmar. The mountain itself is considered to be sacred- a sort of Mt. Olympus, an abode of the Gods, set amid lovely hill and forest scenery. Popa- a great extinct volcano last active 250,000 years ago, is a forest clad landmark rising to 1,520 meters from the flat, surrounding Myingan Plains. It is a place of special importance in both the country’s history and culture. The natural springs, flowers and wooded hillsides greatly contrast to the arid lands surrounding it.

The vegetation around the mountain is said to be the remains of a large forest that was mostly fossilized after a volcanic explosion. Mt. Popa is famous for its wealth of medicinal plants and rare orchids, over 90 different species of birds. Bird watching, horse riding can be arranged in the remote and attractive pats of the mountain park. The natural waters of Popa mountain provide all the water supply needed for numerous purposes in the area and miles around. The area has now been established as the Popa Mountain Park by the Ministry of Forestry and is being developed actively for the promotion of ecotourism. Some of the many interesting places to see include Popa Mountain Crater, View Point, Popa village, Sima water falls, Popa Mountain Park, Medicinal herbal plantation garden, Snadalwood Plantation, the Nat shrine….etc

Trekking, bird watching, horse riding, a 9 – hole golf course, walks and swimming in own pool. Enjoy a wide range of European, Asian and Chinese cuisine at the view point restaurant over looking the Taungkalat. Reward yourself with an English style afternoon tea viewing the magnificent landscaped gardens.

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