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Mrauk U

Jungle-swallowed temples and ancient Buddhist kingdom in remote Rakhine state

Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05

Things to do

Shithaung Temple · Temple

Massive 17th-century temple with 80,000 Buddhist images carved into stone walls. Best: October-April

Koe Thaung Temple · Temple

Ancient temple with 90,000 Buddha images, even more than Shithaung. Best: October-April

Lens Bwe Temple · Temple

Hilltop temple overlooking the ruins of ancient Mrauk U kingdom with panoramic views. Best: October-April

Sittaung River · Natural Site

Scenic river offering boat tours through jungle showing wildlife and flooded ruins. Best: October-March

Local Markets and Villages · Market

Stilted villages and markets showing how inhabitants live around the ancient ruins. Best: October-April

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