Golden Rock Pagoda

An enchanting Journey into a land of fantasy. Kyaik Htiyo Pagoda (the Golden Rock) is in the area known in the ancient days as Suvannabhumi (the Golden Land). Golden rock pagoda is located about 180 km from Yangon. This pagoda is one of the wonder of Myanmar. The pagoda stands on a gold gilded boulder precariously perched on the edge of stone rock in the top of Kyaikhto Mountain.
Kyaikhtiyoe pagoda is one of the wonders in Myanmar. Kyeik Htee Yoe comes from the word Kyeik Kathi Yoe. That means the pagoda carried on the hermit hat. The golden boulder make wonderful stories for its existence through millenniums facing earthquakes and storms.
It is believed to enshrine three scared strengths of Buddha's hair. Kyaikhtiyo pagoda is situated in Thahton district, Kyaikhto Township.
The pagoda is accessible by train or by car via Bago.