Yangon City Hall
Yangon City Hall
Yangon City Hall
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Among Things To Do in Yangon
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Tags : Landmark
Ideal time : 1 hour
Ticket details : Free entry
Opening hours : 10 AM to 4 PM
Best time to visit : The best time to visit Yangon City Hall is early in the morning or afternoon when several sections open for the public.
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Yangon City Hall, Yangon Overview
The City Hall is located close to the centre in Yangon, Myanmar. It is an ancient building in Burmese architectural and is the centre of the city's administrative affairs. Some sections are open to the public, and it is one of the places worth checking out for tourists visiting the city of Yangon.
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Yangon City Hall History & Significance
The construction of Yangon City Hall began in the former site of the Rippon Hall in 1926, and it was completed after ten years in 1936. Built by the British, the structure has traditional Burmese architecture combined with the European style, making a unique blend. It was designed by the famous architect of Yangon, U Tin, who is also credited with the design of Central Railway Station. The most notable feature includes Pyatthat, the traditional tiered roofs.
The city hall has been the venue for many political protests and demonstrations. It was also bombed several times in the last few years by protesting groups. As such, security is usually tight around the hall.
The city hall has been the venue for many political protests and demonstrations. It was also bombed several times in the last few years by protesting groups. As such, security is usually tight around the hall.
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