Maha Bandula Park
Yangon
Maha Bandula Park, located in the heart of Yangon, Myanmar, is a prominent public park surrounded by key landmarks including Sule Pagoda, Yangon City Hall, and the High Court. Originally established in 1867-1868 as Fytche Square, the park was created on a previously swampy site to serve as a recreational space. It was initially named after Albert Fytche, the Chief Commissioner of British Burma during the British colonial period. A white marble statue of Queen Victoria was installed at the park's center in 1896, symbolizing British rule. However, rising nationalist sentiments led to renaming the park as Bandula Square in 1935, honoring General Maha Bandula, a Burmese hero who resisted British invasion during the First Anglo-Burmese War. Following Myanmar's independence in 1948, the Queen Victoria statue was removed and replaced by the Independence Monument, an obelisk designed by architect Sithu U Tin, who also designed the Yangon City Hall. The park underwent remodeling in 2012, maintaining its significance as a cultural and historical green space in Yangon.
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Astuce: Visitors are advised to explore Maha Bandula Park during daylight hours to fully appreciate its historical monuments and surrounding architecture. Early morning or late afternoon visits are ideal to avoid midday heat. Entrance is free, but it is recommended to check for any local events or maintenance closures. The park's central location makes it easily accessible on foot from nearby landmarks. No advance ticket purchase is necessary.
Faits intéressants
- •The park was originally named Fytche Square after a British colonial official, Albert Fytche.
- •A white marble statue of Queen Victoria once stood at the center of the park before being removed after Myanmar's independence.
- •The Independence Monument at the park's center was designed by Sithu U Tin, the same architect who designed Yangon City Hall.
- •The park was built on a former swampy site known as Tank Square.
- •The park was renamed Bandula Square in 1935 to honor General Maha Bandula, a national hero who fought the British.
Histoire
The park was established between 1867 and 1868 as Fytche Square, named after Albert Fytche, the British Chief Commissioner of Burma.
Originally a swampy area called Tank Square, it was transformed into a public recreational ground.
In 1896, a marble statue of Queen Victoria was installed at its center.
By 1935, reflecting growing nationalist sentiment, the park was renamed Bandula Square after General Maha Bandula.
After Myanmar's independence in 1948, the Queen Victoria statue was removed and replaced with the Independence Monument, an obelisk commemorating independence and designed by Sithu U Tin.
The park was remodeled in 2012 to preserve its historical significance and public utility.
Guide du lieu
Independence Monument1948
An obelisk erected at the center of Maha Bandula Park in 1948 to commemorate Myanmar's independence from British colonial rule. Designed by architect Sithu U Tin, it replaced the former statue of Queen Victoria and serves as a symbol of national pride.
Contact
Téléphone: 09 516 8200