Sagaing is the capital of Sagaing Division in Myanmar.

It is located on the Ayeyarwady River.

Sagaing is a religious and monastic center, with numerous Buddhist monasteries.

Popular places around Sagaing are the Thabyedan Fort.

Kaungmudaw Pagoda which has a huge whitewashed edifice and is situated 10km from the town of Sagaing.

Sagaing Hill - The hill has a number of small pagodas and many meditation centers.

The Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda is alsolocated on the Sagaing Hill.