U Pain Bridge, Myanma
From series “The Most Dangerous Bridges in the World”
More than 150 years ago, people of Myanmar have built the U Pain Bridge for crossing the lake Tauntome. The structure differs much from many false and rope bridges, which can be seen in other countries. Construction of the bridge began in the second half of the 19th century, during the reign of King Mindon. Main building blocks of teak columns were left after the reconstruction of an ancient palace. Powerful pillars were literally punched into the bottom of the shallow lake; each pillar was numbered.
One of the important distinguishing features of the design is the lack of handrails, making passing through incredibly dangerous. The bridge height is more than twice the height of a man, so falling to the bottom of the lake covered with sharp stones can turn into a tragedy. It seems that local residents don’t bother with that danger; they move across the bridge with a huge load and even by bicycles. The length of this unique bridge, which is used daily by hundreds of local residents, is about 1,200 meters. It is located at 4.5 meters above the water. The unique teak bridge is incredibly popular among tourists. Travelers eager to make spectacular photos of U Pain Bridge are recommended to visit it at sunset. 
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Car rental office: 'HTT Car Rental Service' is located in 10 km (
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Fuel station: 'Sagaing Junction Petrol Shop' in 6.74 km
Supermarket: 'Ocean' in 6.58 km
Apotheek: 'Swan Arr Shin Pharmacy Shop' in 8 km
Police station: 'Police Station' in 8 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Cafe Palace' in 3.53 km
Railway station: 'Myitnge Railway Station' in 4.47 km
Best hotels near U Pain Bridge
SIG Shwe Inngyinn Hotel Mandalay
Located in 9 km from U Pain Bridge
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Rooms: 60
Route on the map:
Rooms: 60
The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the centre of Mandalay and a 45-minute drive from Mandalay Airport. Rooms are fitted with a satellite TV, minibar … More: photo, rates and booking
Smart Hotel
Located in 10 km from U Pain Bridge
Route on the map:
Rooms: 28
Route on the map:
Rooms: 28
The hotel is 3 km from Zaycho Market and 5 km from Mandalay Hill. It is 45 km from Mandaly Airport. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV, minibar and … More: photo, rates and booking
The Hotel by the Red Canal
Located in 11 km from U Pain Bridge
Route on the map:
Rooms: 26
Route on the map:
Rooms: 26
The hotel is a 15-minute drive to Mandalay Hill, city centre and Zegyo Market. Suites are fitted with a satellite TV, minibar and electric kettle. … More: photo, rates and booking
Aung Mingalar Hotel
Located in 143 km from U Pain Bridge
Route on the map:
Rooms: 24
Route on the map:
Rooms: 24
The property is a 5-minute walk to Nyaung U Bus Terminal. It is a 15-minute drive to Bangan-Nyaung U Airport and Tha Yar Waddy Jetty. Nyaung U … More: photo, rates and booking
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Top destination around U Pain Bridge - Mandalay
During World War II, the Japanese army occupied Indochina and this way tried to block the supply chain to China. The route to Yangon, which passed Mandalay, was built a bit earlier – in 1939. This route was a typical way to deliver ammo to China. However, the Japanese managed to attack Burma in May 1942 and capture Mandalay. The British could reclaim the territory only after the end of the war. The country finally became independent from Great Britain in 1948. After that, Mandalay turned into an important economic and cultural center of Upper Burma.
Myanmar is incredibly rich in attractive and original attractions, but some of them are truly spectacular and worth visiting. Atumashi Monastery is one of them. This is an old architectural landmark, the name of which literally means “incomparable”. Visit this attraction of Mandalay and you will understand why the monastery was called this way. In modern times, the Atumashi Monastery has become a cultural establishment and lost its status of a shelter for monks years ago. Despite this, tourists from different parts of the world try to visit this impeccable architectural attraction and admire its skillfully made carved décor.
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Myanmar is incredibly rich in attractive and original attractions, but some of them are truly spectacular and worth visiting. Atumashi Monastery is one of them. This is an old architectural landmark, the name of which literally means “incomparable”. Visit this attraction of Mandalay and you will understand why the monastery was called this way. In modern times, the Atumashi Monastery has become a cultural establishment and lost its status of a shelter for monks years ago. Despite this, tourists from different parts of the world try to visit this impeccable architectural attraction and admire its skillfully made carved décor.
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