Amarapura
Twice the capital of Myanmar during the Konbaung period — first from 1783 to 1821, then from 1842 to 1857 — Amarapura is now a township within Mandalay, known for its traditional silk and cotton weaving and bronze casting. The Irrawaddy River runs along its western edge, and the ancient capital site of Ava lies to the south. It serves as a popular day-trip from Mandalay for visitors exploring the region's layered royal history.
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- Population237,618
- Nearest water from center 1.5 km0.9 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 15 km9.3 mi
Amarapura: quick answers
Where is Amarapura?
Amarapura is in Myanmar (Burma), about 8.3 km5.2 miles in a straight line from Mandalay.
How do you get to Amarapura?
The nearest airport is Mandalay (VBC), about 20 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Amarapura?
The warmest month is April, averaging 32°C89°F across day and night; the coolest is January, at 21°C70°F. The wettest month is September, with about 188 mm7.4 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Amarapura?
OpenStreetMap lists 2 museums, 8 restaurants and 175 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Amarapura?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Inwa, Pyin Oo Lwin and Kyaukse.