People's Park and People's Square
People's Park
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People's Park is located near the Western
stairways of Shwedagon Pagoda. This park occupies
over 130 acres between Shwedagon Pagoda and the
Parliament building. There is a small museum
exhibiting life-size models of nationalities in
their colourful dress and flora and fauna. The
Restaurant serves Myanmar and European Food. The park is usually crowded during the weekends
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People's Square
People's Square occupied over 130 acres of land
between Shwedagon Pagoda and Pyithu Hluttaw. Many
National Events such as Independence Day, Union Day,
National Day are held in this place. There is a
beautiful fountain with white elephants. Many
plants, trees and flowers can be found in this
square.
Travel Tips
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Opening Hours - 7am-7pm daily except National Holidays
and other events
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Admission Fees - US$ 3 per person
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Camera Fee —
US$ 3, Video Camera Fee —US$6
Nearby Attractions
Planetarium
The Planetarium is situated in
the compound of People's Square and People's
Park and very close to the Shwedagon Pagoda and
People's Parliament. It was constructed by the
aid of Japan International Cooperation Agency
JICA. It was unveiled on 4th January, 1987
legally to show the public. The objective of the
Planetarium is to get the knowledge of space
Phenomenon for the children, students and youths
of Myanmar. In fact, it is one of the most
valuable institutes for astrologers and
scientists. Because of the assistance of this
Planetarium's Precision Circle Apparatus, all
the visitors can study the Past 12,000 years and
also Future 12,000 years periods from the
astronomy point of view.
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Opening Hours - 10:00 to 11:30 hours
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Admission Fees - 10 Kyats (Adults) — 5 Kyats (Children)
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It is open on Saturdays and Sundays except
Mondays to Fridays and public holidays.
Shwedagon Pagoda
The Shwedagon Pagoda is very close to the
park and one only need to cross the U Wisaya
Road. More >>
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