Trip Planner: Asia / Myanmar / Sagaing Region / Mingun / Sightseeing / Hsinbyume Pagoda

Hsinbyume Pagoda, Mingun

(160+ reviews on the web)

Architectural Building Tourist Spot

See white, wave-like base of Hsinbyume Pagoda, dating back to 1816. Prince Bagyidaw dedicated the pagoda to his wife, whose name translates as "White Elephant Princess." As you admire the pagoda, inspect the seven concentric terraces, which symbolize seven mountain ranges around Mount Meru. The top of the pagoda represents the Mount Meru, the mythical center of the universe according to Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain mythology. Keep an eye out for the niches around the pagoda, which feature small statues of mythical creatures, such as serpents, ogres, and spirits. Climb to the top of the pagoda to enjoy sweeping views over the nearby river. Use our Mingun itinerary planner to visit Hsinbyume Pagoda on your trip to Mingun, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.

Create a full Mingun itinerary

Plan your trip to Mingun

Get a personalized plan

A complete day-by-day itinerary
based on your preferences
Customize it

Refine your plan. We'll find the
best routes and schedules
Book it

Choose from the best hotels
and activities. Up to 50% off
Manage it

Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.

Related Tours to Book

Private Full-Day 4 in 1 Tour from Mandalay BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM US$ 88

Full-Day Mingun and Ancient Capitals of Mandalay Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM US$ 88

Private Tour:Explore the Wonders of Mandalay Including Lunch on Boat BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM US$ 276

Plans in Mingun by other users

View more plans

Reviews

TripAdvisor

Bobolani

As stated before, this pagoda is different from all the gold and brown ones in the area. It's shape and color is unique and beautiful. It is a distance from Mandalay, but worth the trip to visit along... more »
Jesse W

This is one of the prettiest pagoda. It has been repainted and the white colour stands out. It is situated across the Ayeryarwady River from Mandalay. Tourists can take a boat for 5,000 kyat from the ... more »
sagacious m

Love to take very impressive photos with white stupa for your group! Mingun Myatheindan Pagoda is the best spot for everyone. It's also called Hsinbyume Pagoda & it's very different architectural styl... more »

View more on Trip Advisor »

Google

SoMa SoM

A MUST VISIT!! The Hsinbyume Pagoda is located on the northern side of Mingun in Sagaing Region in Myanmar. This large pagoda is situated on the western bank of the Irrawaddy River and it is absolutely AMAZING!!

more less
Christian Skoda

Not closed anymore. Repainted halfway (although a pretty bad paint job) and opened again for the public. Blinding white! Nice to climb on top and enjoying the view.

more less
Brett Sato

Very cool pagoda with many repeating shapes and angles. Also being white makes is pretty different from all the others.

more less
Suzanne Bell

Well worth the visit

more less
Zaw Myoko

Happy to look this Pagoda.

more less