The 7 Biggest Museum in Mandalay

Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, boasts a rich cultural and historical heritage, reflected in its museums. Here are the five largest museums in Myanmar:

1. National Museum, Yangon:

This museum is the largest and oldest museum in Myanmar, established in 1952. It houses a vast collection of artifacts, including sculptures, paintings, royal regalia, and archaeological findings, spanning various periods of Myanmar’s history and cultural heritage.

• Bogyoke Aung San Museum, Yangon:

Dedicated to the life and legacy of Bogyoke Aung San, the independence hero of Myanmar, this museum showcases his personal belongings, documents, and photographs. It provides insights into Myanmar’s struggle for independence and the role of General Aung San in the country’s history.

• Yangon Heritage Trust Museum, Yangon:

This museum is housed in a colonial-era building and focuses on preserving and promoting Yangon’s architectural and cultural heritage. It exhibits historical documents, photographs, and artifacts related to the city’s development, architecture, and diverse communities.

• Mandalay Palace Museum, Mandalay:

Situated within the grounds of the former Mandalay Palace, this museum displays royal artifacts, historical objects, and cultural treasures from the Konbaung dynasty. Visitors can explore the opulent halls and learn about the history and traditions of the Burmese monarchy.

• Bagan Archaeological Museum, Bagan:

Located in the ancient city of Bagan, this museum houses a collection of artifacts, sculptures, and inscriptions discovered during the archaeological excavations of Bagan’s numerous temples and pagodas. It provides insights into the artistic and cultural achievements of the Bagan Kingdom.

The 7 Biggest Museum near Mandalay

Bronze Statue Museum

• Address: X32H+W85, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)
• Map: Click here
• Rating: 4.7 (40)
• Opening hours:
  
  Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM

  Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:30 PM
• Reviews:
  
  nero culus✭✭✭✭✭

  5 years ago

  Famous statue de Buddha 1. MAHAR MYAT MUNI pha.yar gyi (name of buddha statue) 2. Museum of bronze statue came from Cambodia 3. Every 4 a.m a ceremony of cleansing buddha statue’s face (to look like a living man cleaning after getting up)

  Kyaw Swar✭✭✭✭✭

  4 years ago

  In the ancient history of Arakan, King Anawratha of Pagan (r. 1044–1077) attempted to move the image to Pagan, without success. In 1784, the Burmese under the military leadership of Crown Prince Thado Minsaw of Konbaung dynasty conquered the Kingdom of Mrauk U. The religious relics of the kingdom, including the Mahamuni Buddha image, were confiscated and installed in the Mahamuni temple or Pagoda at Amarapura, on the outskirts of the old capital of Mandalay. As the Mahamuni image was too large to transport as a whole, it was cut into sections and later reassembled and housed in the new temple.Mandalay became the capital under King Mindon (r. 1853–1878). It was also the capital under his son Thibaw (r. 1878–1885) of the Konbaung Dynasty (1752–1885). When the British annexed Upper Burma in 1885 to prevent the French from dominating it, monarchic rule ended. However, veneration of the Mahamuni image has continued, and is visited and idolised by many pilgrims, mainly Rakhine, Mon and Burmans peoples. Khmer bronze at Mahamuni-mythical lion and a statue said to be of Shiva. Right:Khmer bronze at Mahamuni-Triple headed elephant also known as Airavata. Several old bronze statues that line the courtyard of the temple have a long history as war loot. They were originally Khmer statues, found at Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and were taken to Ayutthaya in 1431 by the Siamese. In 1564, the Burmese king Bayinnaung conquered Ayutthaya and took thirty such statues to Bago (Pegu). In 1599, King Razagri of Mrauk U invaded Bago and brought the statues to Mrauk U. Finally, Thado Minsaw took them to Amarapura in 1785. According to local belief, many more of these statues were brought from Arakan. However, King Thibaw melted many of them to cast cannons for fortification of his palace. Of the thirty statues Bayinnaung brought from Siam, only six remain today, and are displayed in the temple complex. They are a major attraction because of their purported healing qualities.

  Moore Myint Maung Maung✭✭✭✭✭

  5 years ago

  Mahamuni Buddha Temple is one the most famous destination in Myanmar and landmark of Mandalay. The shops sell Buddha statues, images and robes. When arrive the temple at once, feel the peace. East of the temple has fish tank and turtle tank. Can go and feed them.

  pechaya mk✭✭✭✭✭

  6 years ago

  Amazing Budda celemony in Mandalay

  かわいい私の愛を✭✭✭✭✭

  5 years ago

  One of the religious place ever in myanmar