Short Hikes Around Hpa-An: Amazing Vistas of Myanmar

The capital of Myanmar’s Kayin State, Hpa-An is one of the most stunning places in the world. Yet, it is largely overlooked and underrated, and most visitors to Myanmar don’t include it in their itinerary or spend very little time there. The laid-back city is in a vast plain from which curious looking limestone mountains and hills pop up here and there. In and around Hpa-An, you’ll find iconic Buddhist pagodas, surprisingly beautiful caves, natural water pools, and amazing vistas. Information is provided about all the main attractions, but the focus of this miniguide is on short hikes, presenting 7 that you can do independently. Hikes are explained through short descriptions, maps, elevation and distance data, and lots of photos. Furthermore, in the text there are links that open a particular trail in Google Maps or download the trail file on your device.