Bago

Historic city in Myanmar's Yangon Region.

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Bago is a historic city in Myanmar's Yangon Region, formerly the capital of the Mon Kingdom known as Hanthawaddy. It is renowned for its ancient temples, including Shwesandaw Pagoda and Kyaikasan Hill Temple, serving historically as a major religious and commercial hub.

Bago is derived from the Mon word 'Bee-go' meaning 'fertile field'.

Bago is an ancient city in Myanmar, once a powerful kingdom that rivaled Bagan.

city Yangon Region

Shwesandaw Pagoda Kyaikasan Hill Temple

Myanmar Mon Kingdom (Hanthawaddy)

cultural heritage site historical place