National Museum of Myanmar
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Foreigners charge 5,000 kyat.The five-storey museum is divided into two parts, namely the Period of Myanmar's history and the culture of Myanmar. It is divided into 14 different rooms and galleries with a rich collection and a dazzling variety of exhibits.Burmese historical period is divided into seven exhibition halls, tells the story of the history and development since the Burmese, namely, natural history, ancient prehistoric period and the prehistoric anthropology, decorations, etc., on display there are plenty of fossil history can be traced back to hundreds of millions of years ago, Stone Age, mud painting, tea kettle, necklaces, clothing, gold, silver, jade, gems, furniture, sedan chair, etc.Burmese culture is divided into seven exhibitions, including stone and calligraphy and painting, traditional folk art, performing art, fine art exhibition, Buddha statue, national culture and so on. 外国人收费5000缅币。博物馆共有五层,总体分为两个部分,即缅甸历史时期和缅甸文化,分为14个不同的展室和展厅,藏品丰富,各种展品让人眼花缭乱。缅甸历史时期分为7个展厅,讲述了从古至今缅甸的历史和发展,即自然历史、史前时期和史前人类学、古代装饰品等,展出有历史可以追溯至上百万年前的大量化石、石器时代的绘画、泥灌、茶水壶、项链、服饰、金、银、玉器、宝石、家具、轿子等。缅甸文化分为7个展示,包括金石和书画、传统民俗艺术、表演艺术、美术展览、佛陀神像、民族文化等。
XIN LIUXIN LIU
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I thought the museum is well curated and has rightfully earned the distinction of being the country's premiere museum. The diverse collection is spread across five floors and consists of about 5,000 permanent objects, truly a grand showcase of the country's cultural and natural history. The volume of exhibits can be quite overwhelming so pace yourself. I'd say at least three hours is necessary to see the museum at a comfortable pace. I particularly enjoyed the exhibits on Myanmar calligraphy and music traditions, the majestic and imposing Lion Throne, and the special section on the country's ASEAN neighbors. Cameras are not allowed. You will be asked to store them in the lockers, which you can use free of charge. Smartphones with cameras are okay but flash photography and selfies are prohibited. In addition, pictures are only allowed in some of the exhibition rooms. Like most reviewers have pointed out, lighting and temperature control in the museum can definitely be improved for the convenience of visitors.
G AquinoG Aquino
30
Located on Pyay Road the National Museum is certainly a must see for the curious and inquisitive visitor. With an entrance fee of MMK 5,000 for foreigners (and free for locals) you can expect to be impressed by the great array of relics on display here. There are lockers located at the entrance to the Museum and all bags must be secured in the locker before entering the building. It is guarded over by a police officer and is secure. The Museum is located across several floors and each is themed differently to the history of the monarchs as well as the natural history museum which includes displays of fossils. Just 2 points of observation: firstly, the lighting in the Museum could be much better and it is no exaggeration to say that while some areas are very dim others are quite literally without any light. Also, it would be a great addition if there are guided tours available. However, even without a guided tour I was nonetheless very impressed.
AJ MacAJ Mac
30
Massive museum with so much to see and explore regarding Myanmar's long and interesting history. There are 5 floors packed with various exhibits, and the pamphlet they hand out after you've paid your entry fare (which was, I believe, 5000 kyats) explains exactly what to see on every floor which was very handy. A word to the wise that it closes fairly early most days, so make sure you come early enough to explore it in its entirety - I budgeted only an hour, and that was barely even enough time to speed walk around the entire museum barely actually taking in any of the information. For best results, try to budget 2-3 hours I would say. As others have pointed out, the museum could use a couple renovations (there are lights that are burnt out, the floor is cracking in a ton of places, etc.) but I found that its condition was perfectly acceptable to fully enjoy all of the exhibits.
Sean MillerSean Miller
30
I was there last year people said its closed now as they plan to move it to another place so you need to check about this. But although of this I want to share my experience about this amazing museum as I really enjoyed to be there last year. First you pay as forginer 500k and you have to leave your bag at outside locker and it's mandatory The museum consist of 5 floors each one has a story and it's special and different items. If you want to know about Burma history and traditions and culture this will be the best place ever as almost show every thing you need to know specially its very hard to find someone explain all of this to you as the history of Burma is long and complicated. I took around 1.5 hours to finish my tour and still feeling its not enough. Overall its a great experience and I hope it still open.
Moh TeamaMoh Teama
100
Prepare to slowly spend 2 to 3 hours here, enjoy the exhibits in various spacious large rooms located on 5 floors. Took me about 45 minutes walk through very fast. Very few people on Saturday afternoon, not crowed. K5000 fee is well worth it, cost the museum a lot of money to operate it, not cheap to pay for electricity cost just to run many air conditioners there, unlikely it can make profit due to small number of visitors each day, it must be subsidized by government so it can stay in operation. Tons of real artifacts, there are some replicas, mostly real. This museum is very interesting for people who can spend time slowly enjoy the little details in the exhibits. Can be much better if provide more history information in English. Interested in ancient Burma/Myanmar? This place has plenty to see.
Global TGlobal T
60
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66 Pyay Rd, Yangon 11191, Myanmar (Burma)
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+95 1 378 652
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The National Museum of Myanmar (Yangon), located in Dagon, Yangon, is the major one of the two national museums for Burmese art, history and culture in Myanmar.
attractions: Governor's Residence, Tomb of Bahadur Shah Zafar, Pegu Club, restaurants: Feel Myanmar Restaurant (Pyidaungzu Yeiktha Street), Hot Pot City Ahlone, Shan Yoe Yar Restaurant (Manaw Hari), Mya Kan Tha Burmese Restaurant, Morning Star Café, The Yangon Restaurant, SkyBar at Yangon International Hotel, IMYAN, Yaya Cafe

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