Syriam, a picturesque resort and historical town, is one of the tourist
attractions of Myanmar.
This small romantic town is famous for its tragic legend which is still
popular among the Myanmar people. The legend started with a love affair
between the Princess of Syriam and the Prince of Okkalapa (now Yangoon)
which ended in tragedy just like Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
Syriam is also known for its historical sites. One example is the famous
Kyaik-khauk pagoda about two miles from Syriam where you can study the
ancient Myanmar architecture. In the pagoda compound there are tombs
of Natshinaung and Padethayaza who were famous for their literary works.
