|  Thanlyin
(Syriam) & Kyauktan
One hour from Yangon, across Myanmar's longest
bridge, lies the town of Thanlyin and the ruins of an 18th century Portuguese
church. On an island in the middle of the river is Ye Le Paya Pagoda (literally
"the pagoda at the centre of the river") containing pictures of other famous pagodas
in different parts of the country. Beyond the town is the pagoda at Kyauktan.
A short bus ride out of town, rising on a hillock to the right of the
road, is the large, golden Kyaik-khauk Pagoda. The tombs of two famous Myanmar
Poets Laureate - Natshinaung and Padethayaza - stand just before this pagoda.
Twante
Noted for its pottery and cotton-weaving industries, Twante is best reached
by a two hour, 24km, boat ride along the Twante Canal. The trip also provides
a delightful montage of life along the canal.
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