Kyaikhtiyo Wildlife Sanctuary
Kyaikhtiyo Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in Myanmar, stretching over 156.21 km2 (60.31 sq mi). It covers evergreen and mixed deciduous forests an elevation of 50–1,090 m (160–3,580 ft) in Kyaikto Township. It was established in 2001 to conserve the biodiversity around the Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, a famous pilgrimage site in Mon State.
| Kyaikhtiyo Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
IUCN category III (natural monument or feature) | |
Location in Myanmar | |
| Location | Kyaikto Township, Mon State, Myanmar |
| Nearest city | Kyaikhto |
| Coordinates | 17°28′00″N 97°05′00″E |
| Area | 156.21 km2 (60.31 sq mi) |
| Established | 2001 |
| Visitors | 1000000 (in 2014) |
| Governing body | Myanmar Forest Department |
It is managed by the Nature and Wildlife Conservation Division.
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