Du-San Pya
Du-San Pya is a SUB AREA in Yangon, Yangon.
Du-San Pya is a serene residential enclave in northern Yangon, offering a peaceful escape from the city's bustling core. Lined with leafy streets and local tea shops, it provides an authentic glimpse into daily Myanmar life. The area is known for its modest pagodas and close-knit community vibe, with the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda's golden spire visible in the distance. Visitors can explore nearby Inya Lake for a relaxing stroll or cycle through quiet neighborhoods. Local markets brim with fresh produce and street food like mohinga and samosas. Du-San Pya is ideal for travelers seeking a slower pace, cultural immersion, and genuine interactions with friendly locals. Its proximity to Yangon's main attractions makes it a convenient base for discovering the city's colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and spiritual sites.
Best time to visit Du-San Pya
November to February is the best time, with cooler temperatures (20-30°C) and low humidity. This dry season is perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities. March to May is hot and humid, while June to October brings monsoon rains, which can disrupt travel but offer lush greenery and fewer crowds.
October
NowTypical for October
- Weather
- Warm 25-33°C, less rain
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- Mid
Transition month, improving weather
Know before you go
Getting there
Yangon International Airport
International
12 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
15 Mbps
Mobile data
Good
WiFi
Available in cafes and hotels, slower in residential areas
Local SIM
Local SIM from MPT or Telenor at airport from $5
Stay safe
Overall
8/10Low crime but watch for petty theft in crowded areas.
Night safety
7/10Low crime but watch for petty theft in crowded areas.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
6/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 23:28
More facts
Population
2,173
Type
Suburb
Nearby areas in Yangon
Ahlone
Ah Waing West
Aung San
Aye Ka Rit
Bago Lan
Bar Lar Upper
Baw Lone Kwin
Chit Tee Kone
Da Noke San Pya
Da Nyin Kone
Dar Pein North
Dar Pein South
Hledan
Hpaung Gyi East
Hpaung Gyi West
Hpa Yar Ngoke To North
Hpa Yar Ngoke To South
Htauk Kyant Toe Cheit
Ka Li Htaw East
Ka Li Htaw West
Kan Nar Middle
Kwet Thit
Kyaik Htaw North
Kyaik Htaw South
Kyan Khin Su
Kyar Inn West
Kyimyindine
Kyo Kone East
Mahlwagon
Ma Lit West
Min Ga Lar Don Zay
Myo Thit Ga
Myo Thit Ka
Nant Thar Kone
Pa-San Pya
Pauk Kone
Pauktaw
Pazundaung
Pyan Lel Nay Yar Cha Htar Ye
Pyi Taw Thar
Rakhine Chaung North
San Gyi Wa
Saw Bwar Gyi Kone
Sit Pin North
Tat Ma Daw San Pya
Taung Thu Kone
Taw Kha Yan Ah Nauk
Taw Kha Yan Ah Shey
Taw Ku Ah Nauk
Taw Taik
Ti Law Kar Yon
Ward 1
Ward 2
Ward 3
Ward 4
Ward 5
Ywar Ma East
Ywar Ma Middle
Ywar Ma West
Zay Kone East
Zay Kone West
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Du-San Pya Ward, Myanmar Process Automation Co.Ltd

