Facts
- Elevation: 3,070 m (10,072 ft)
- Prominence: 2,148 m
- Ribu category:
Sangat Tinggi - Region:
Western Myanmar - Coordinates: 21.2333, 93.9033
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Loading... - Other names: နတ်မတောင်
- World Ribus ID: 68503
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Located within Nat Ma Taung National Park (established 1994), Mount Victoria (also known as Khaw-nu-soum or Khonuamthung) is one of Myanmar’s few accessible mountains. There are numerous trails across the mountain for which a local guide is essential. It is covered in large rhododendron trees that bloom duringthe dry season from October to February. A road leads all the way to the top but you need to either pay a local to ferry tou up there or trek (or cycle) to the top in 2-3 hours. A hike exploring the summit area can also be done in 2 or 3 hours. The area is popular with birdwatchers. There is a Buddha statue at the vew top and a golden pagoda nearby (Zina Man Aung Pagoda) to the west. The views are panoramic from both.
Practicalities
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- Getting there: From Bagan. Via 4WD to the town of Kanpetlet.
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- Permits: Unknown. Closed May to October inclusive.
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- Water sources: Unknown
Local Average Monthly Rainfall (in Mandalay) 
Location
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Origins and Meaning
The English name, Mount Victoria, was given in honor of Queen Victoria, while the local names, Nat Ma Taung and Khaw Nu Thoung, both translate to “Mother of the Spirits”.