Skip the overpriced hotel dinner buffets and come here for the architectural flex. This massive golden barge looks best at sunset when the light hits the intricate carvings reflecting across Kandawgyi Lake. Wander the perimeter paths to capture the scale of the structure without paying for the show inside. Spend an hour walking the surrounding park boardwalks for the best angles. If you stay for the dance performances, keep your expectations low—you're really here for the exterior.
