Shwe Yin Myaw Pagoda is located on the bank of Thanlwin River in Hpa-An town of Kayin State.The pagoda is the most famous in Hpa-An, and a favorite spot for tourists in watch the sunset. People visit Shwe Yin Myaw Pagoda and learn why the city is called as Hpa-An.Legend has it that Hpa-An was created by a dragon and a gaint frog.The impressive statues of these figures can be seen in the pagoda's compound.