Happy TravellerWelcome to Taungdwingyi, a town located in the Magway Region of Myanmar. This hidden gem is often overlooked by tourists, but it boasts a rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering local cuisine. Join us as we uncover the many treasures of Taungdwingyi and reveal why this enchanting destination should be on every traveler’s bucket list.
Town Scape:
Taungdwingyi is divided into ten main quarters, each with its own unique charm. At the center of the town are the Myoma Zay central market and the Independence Park. The Kandawgyi Lake, which used to be a weir in ancient times, is located on the east side and is ringed by a number of historic Buddhist monasteries. Zeya Mingala Shweindaung is the most sacred pagoda in the township. The Aung Myin Zeya Rakhine Pagoda located at the western part of the town is the largest pagoda in the township. Once, it was in a state of decay, and renovation was finished in 2013.
Economy:
Economic activity in this town is based on agriculture and trading agricultural products. Onion, rice, beans, grains, and sugarcane are grown. Peanut oil is also a major product of the town.
Transportation:
Taungdwingyi is connected to Magway (68 km (42 mi)) to the West, Pyay (162 km (101 mi)) to the South, and Naypyidaw (68 km (42 mi)) to the East, by means of territorial roads and railways. By the territorial roads, it is 227 km (141 mi) to Mandalay and 365 km (227 mi) to Yangon. The closest major airport is the Magway Airport (MWQ).
History:
The Taungdwingyi region is one of the earliest inhabited regions in Myanmar. The Pyu city of Beikthano was founded around 200 BCE. In 1278, a member of the Pagan royalty, Thihapate, reestablished Taungdwingyi. In 1480, King Minkhaung II sent Lord Zeya Kyawhtin to administer the town. During the Ava period (1364–1555), the region produced a number of famous poets and writers such as Shin Ohnnyo, Shin Khayma, Shin Uttama and Shin Maha Thilawuntha, Shin Nyeinme and Khingyi Phyaw.
Weather:
Taungdwingyi has a tropical monsoon climate with a subtropical dry forest biozone. April is the warmest month with an average temperature of 39 °C (102 °F) at noon, while January is the coldest with an average temperature of 14 °C (57 °F) at night. Temperatures drop sharply at night, and January is on average the month with the most sunshine. The wet season has a rainfall peak around August, and the dry season is around the month of March.
Nature:
Taungdwingyi has a humid (> 0.65 p/pet) climate. The soil in the area is high in nitosols, andosols (nt), soil with deep, clay-enriched lower horizon with shiny ped surfaces.
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See also:
Taungdwingyi Cultural Museum
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