Pyay
Myanmar · Bago RegionMM
City in Bago Region, Myanmar
Pyay, and formerly anglicised as Prome, is the principal town of Pyay Township in the Bago Region in Myanmar. Pyay is located on the bank of the Irrawaddy River, 260 km (160 mi) north-west of Yangon. It is an important trade center for the Ayeyarwady Delta, Central and Upper Myanmar and the Rakhine (Arakan) State. The British Irrawaddy Flotilla Company established the current town in the late 19th century on the Irrawaddy as a transshipment point for cargo between Upper and Lower Burma. Pyay is also the terminus of Yangon-Pyay Railway which is the first railway line in Burma (Myanmar) opened on 1 May 1877. The English novelist Jane Austen's brother Rear Admiral Charles Austen died here in 1852. Shin Raṭṭhasāra, a Buddhist monk and prominent classical poet during the Kingdom of Ava also died here in 1529 and a mausoleum was constructed to honor him.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 134,861
- Coordinates
- 18.825, 95.222
- Timezone
- Asia/Yangon
- Elevation
- 115 m
Overview of Pyay
Pyay is the kind of compact city you find in Bago Region, Myanmar. Records put its population near 134,861. And it shows in how much there is to see. Pyay is strongest on culture, nature and sports. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Pyay
Culture in Pyay
(11)Under culture, Pyay is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Cathedrals and Cemeteries. Counting everything, 11 activities fall under this heading. This reflects only what is documented for Pyay.
Nature in Pyay
(7)The nature shortlist for Pyay: Geological Formations, Lakes, Mountains, Nature and Rivers. It is a direct read of Pyay's activity profile. There are 7 tagged experiences in this group.
Sports in Pyay
(7)On the sports side, Pyay offers Biking, Horse Trails, Running, Skateboard and Slopes. It is a direct read of Pyay's activity profile. There are 7 tagged experiences in this group.
Adventure in Pyay
(5)Our data lists Amusement Parks, Boat Rides, Parachute, Skydiving and Theme Parks as adventure options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Pyay.
Nightlife in Pyay
(4)For nightlife, expect Bars, Festival, Pubs and Wine Bars. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Pyay.
Wellness in Pyay
(4)The wellness shortlist for Pyay: Hammam, Spa, Therms and Wellness. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Pyay. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Family in Pyay
(3)Under family, Pyay is tagged with Aquariums, Playgrounds and Zoo. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Pyay.
Shopping in Pyay
(1)Our data lists Shopping as shopping options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Pyay.
Water Sports in Pyay
(1)For water sports, expect Water Skiing. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Pyay.
Best time to visit Pyay
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Pyay is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Asia/Yangon on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Pyay that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pyay known for?
- Travellers associate Pyay with culture, nature and sports. It sits in Bago Region, Myanmar and counts about 134,861 residents.
- What can you do in Pyay?
- Pyay is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Cathedrals and Cemeteries, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Pyay?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Pyay located?
- Pyay belongs to Bago Region, Myanmar, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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