Goteik Viaduct

This was definitely a great and much fun adventure the whole train travel and the viaduct as a special moment! Its a massive, 109 meter high structure with a very good engineering effort! Its scary for those who dont like heights, but its definitely not dangerous. These steel legs and structure will stand here for much longer i guess and serve the trains and the travellers. I travelled on ordinary class just to experience the local way, and it was much fun to meet Myanmar people as the only forigneir on their class haha. I even bought a piece of wood from a street seller which is the basic element of the tigerbalm if you smash it and mix it with water. The view around the viaduct and the ride is really nice and when you passed - the way from Mandalay i mean - just right after the viaduct, pay attention in the valley, there is a waterfall!!!

We took the train (first class ticket) from Pyin O Lwin to Hsipaw to cross the Viadukt and I would absolutely recommend it. It was a nice ride! Try some food at the stops or from the ladys who enter the train.. green mangos and fried noodles were yummy :)!

It is literally breathtaking when the train slowly passes the viaduct, which was built over a hundred years ago. The creaky sound and the height definitely bring a thrilling feeling. In order to visit this viaduct, we took a bus to Hsipaw the day before and caught the train from Hsipaw to Pyin Oo Lwin the next morning. Quite lots of work but it’s worth every penny.

Historical bridge. It is a pity we can't get a close view or have photo because of blockage to visitors. You pay another 5$ to get past by train or it is not worth to visit.

A true engineering masterpiece. The Burma Railway was a great feat of modernity.

AMAZING is an understatement for this feat of engineering. For any engineering or railway enthusiast this has to be a MUST DO on your itinerary. It is a very very very very long journey but worth the wait. Make sure you go outside the rainy season as it gets quite dangerous otherwise.

Currently, the train is stopped. However, the new road to the station and surrounding facilities have been updated and you can see beautiful scenery. The road on Google Maps cannot be reached because the update is delayed. There is a paved road, so follow the signboard.

The Goteik Viaduct is a spectacular railway bridge located in Shan State, Myanmar. The bridge was built in 1901 by the Pennsylvania Steel Company and spans the deep and narrow valley of the Goteik River, providing a vital transportation link between Mandalay and Lashio. The Goteik Viaduct is a true engineering marvel and is considered one of the world's most impressive railway bridges. The bridge stands at a height of 102 meters (335 feet) and spans a length of 689 meters (2,260 feet), making it the largest trestle in the world at the time of its construction. Today, the Goteik Viaduct remains a popular tourist attraction and a thrilling experience for visitors to Myanmar. The train journey across the bridge offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, as well as a glimpse into the daily lives of the locals who live in the area. Despite its age, the Goteik Viaduct is still in use and continues to serve as a vital transportation link between Mandalay and Lashio. The bridge is a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of its builders, and its beauty and historic significance make it a must-visit for anyone traveling to Myanmar.