The Kyaung Taw Yar Pagoda is situated in Pwint-Phyu Township, of the Magwe Division. It is believed to be the site of an ancient monastry built of sandal wood (Scented timbers) in which the Lord Buddha spent some time after having achieved enlightenment. “Kyaung” means monastry; “Taw” is used when relating to religious hierarchy or royalty, and “Yar” means the site on which the Kyaung Taw stood.