Hpa-an and Pindaya Win 2026 ASEAN Clean Tourist City Awards

Myanmar’s Hpa-an and Pindaya have clinched the prestigious ASEAN Clean Tourist City Awards for 2026, recognizing exemplary cleanliness, sustainability, and tourism management. The capital of Kayin State, Hpa-an, is the next recipient of this award after winning its 2025 ASEAN Environmentally Sustainable Cities Award, and presents the unpolluted nature of Sadan Cave, and the eco-programmes. Pindaya in Shan State was also a region that impressed with caring and preserving cave temples and community waste programs. Rewards at ASEAN Tourism Forum in Cebu shine on Myanmar trio of southern Shan State; Kalaw won Sustainable Tourism awards as well. Such victories enhance tourist confidence during competition in the region with the focus on green initiatives that support 1.2M tourism employment and uphold cultural heritage to accommodate 2026 influx.

Hpa-an’s Clean Tourism Success

Hpa-an is good in waste management and Sadan Cave conservation which attracts eco-tourists to limestone marvels.

Pindaya’s Sustainable Model

Pindaya glitters with temple cleaning by the community and plastic bans surrounding 8,000+ Buddha images found within the Pindaya Cave.

Regional Tourism Impact

ASEAN Clean Tourist City Awards elevate Myanmar destinations, spurring infrastructure upgrades and visitor growth.

Official Social Embed

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