Why Bagan Viewing Tower is special ?

Bagan viewing tower, or Nann Myint Viewing Tower has been open to public since April 2005. The tower is located at the eastern part of Bagan archeological site. A huge 5 stars resort has been built at the bottom of the tower.

The magical inspiration of Bagan is ancient civilizations has brought thousands of tourists to Myanmar for centuries. Now Bagan Viewing Tower has emerged to accord visitors a unique panoramic view of the ancient kingdoms and their environs. It is a vision of rare exotic beauty, a vision of a legendary past, a vision of a great king. It is unlike anything you have ever seen. The purpose of building Bagan Viewing Tower is firstly to provide a high-rise vantage point for the public without interfering adversely with the Bagan skyline and secondly to help preserve cultural heritage by providing an alternative viewing point to the tops of the crumbling ancient pagodas.

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What to explore at Bagan Viewing Tower?

Nann Myint means "The high palace" in Myanmar. Nann Myint Viewing Tower is the ideal one stop viewpoint for visitors to Bagan to see the wonders of over 2000 ancient architectural temples and monuments of the 11th to 13th century.

The tower has a height of 60 metres. The tower has a total of 13 levels. At the first floor, there is a small galleria with souvenir shop. The first 2 levels are meeting rooms, from level 5 to 7 are the offices rooms, from level 11 to 13 are the viewing rooms.

Once you have been greeted by the staff after making their way up to the restaurant, the concerns of the real world will be far away. Sit back and relax and let the scene take you many centuries back as you enjoy your choice of refeshments at our fully air-conditioned restaurant and bar.

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How to get to Bagan Viewing Tower?

Bagan Nan Myint Tower is 13 minutes driving from the Nyaung U Airport, Bagan. Local taxi and horse cart is available to take you to the tower.