This pretty town is located in Kayin State, in the north of Myanmar. Although most tourists simply pass this town by, Hpa-an is a good place to take a break.

Many people pause here for a day or two on their way to Thailand as it is situated near the Thai town of Mae Sai. There are a number of comfortable places to stay here and good restaurants. Take the time to explore the town’s temples and wander along the banks of the river.

With a backdrop of mountains, large lakes and flower gardens, Hpa-an is a very pretty place to spend some time. This is a good spot to shop for souvenirs and pause for a while before leaving Myanmar.

Getting There & Away

Getting to Hpa-an is easy as there are regular flights from Yangon (2 hours). Although buses run from Hpa-an to destinations such as Myawaddy, foreigners are prohibited from using these services.

Things to Do

Hpa-an Attractions

Zwekabin Hill

Is the symbol of hpa-an. visitors can climb to the top of this unusually shaped hill for spectacular views of kayin state.

Kawgun Cave

Located near kawgun village just two miles outside hpa-an, this massive natural limestone cave makes a great trekking destination.