Maha Bandula Bridge

When you explore Yangon, Myanmar, you will find the impressive Maha Bandula Bridge, which is also sometimes spelled as the Mahabandoola Bridge. Located just east of Yangon’s central business district, this major structure spans across the scenic Pazundaung Creek. Built by Myat Bhone Khat, the bridge gets its historic name from the famous Burmese general, Maha Bandula.

As you approach this striking crossing via Maha Bandula Road, you can admire its thoughtful architectural design. It is a cable-stayed bridge that specifically utilizes an engineering setup known as a three-span, semi-fan system. Visiting this landmark offers you a chance to appreciate local Burmese engineering while viewing a prominent infrastructure feature that connects key areas right near the heart of the city's central business district.

Whether you are traveling along Maha Bandula Road or taking in the structural details of its three-span, semi-fan cable system from nearby, you will see how it honors general Maha Bandula’s legacy over Pazundaung Creek. Make sure to include this notable Yangon bridge on your itinerary to experience an important piece of local connectivity built by Myat Bhone Khat for yourself during your journey through Myanmar.

What to see at Maha Bandula Bridge

• Major cable-stayed bridge built by Myat Bhone Khat
• Spans directly over Pazundaung Creek
• Located just east of Yangon's central business district
• Features a three-span, semi-fan cable system
• Named in honor of Burmese general Maha Bandula

Visiting tips

You can easily access the bridge by traveling along Maha Bandula Road just east of the central business district.

How long: 30-60 minutes · Best time: Daytime

How to get there & what’s nearby

Maha Bandula Bridge is easy to reach on Yangon’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Yangon Zoological Gardens and Saint Mary's Cathedral, Yangon. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Yangon travel guide.