Bogyoke Aung San Market
ဗိုလ်ချုပ်အောင်ဆန်းဈေး
An old colonial-era market with more than 2,000 stalls selling jade, gemstones, lacquerware, longyi sarongs, and handicrafts. It is the top choice for souvenir shopping.
Bogyoke Aung San Market was originally called Scott Market and was built in 1926. Its arcaded colonial building houses more than 2,000 stalls selling Burmese jade, rubies, lacquerware, teak carvings, longyi sarongs, thanaka bark powder, and all kinds of handicrafts. The second floor has galleries and tailoring shops. Be cautious when buying gemstones and jade. Choose shops that provide certificates, and remember to bargain. The market is closed on Mondays and public holidays. It is best to go in the morning, and you can easily stroll to the New Market across the way and to Chinatown nearby.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun approx. 09:30–17:00
Nearby sights
- Yangon Circular Railway
- Sule Pagoda
- Chinatown & 19th Street
- Maha Bandula Park & Independence Monument
- Pansodan Street & Downtown Heritage
- The Secretariat
- Yangon Zoological Gardens
- The Strand Hotel