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Mann Oil Field (Myanmar (Burma))

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The Mann Oil Field is situated near the town of Minbu in the Magway Region and stands as one of Myanmar's oldest and most productive onshore hydrocarbon sites. Discovered in 1970, it plays a vital role in the country's domestic energy supply and is operated by the state-owned Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE). The field is located within a significant geological basin along the Ayeyarwady River and yields both crude oil and natural gas. Over the decades, hundreds of wells have been drilled to exploit its reserves. In recent years, there have been focused efforts to stabilize declining production levels using Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques, often involving international service providers. Economically, the Mann field is crucial for feeding local refineries and remains a major employer in Magway, a region frequently referred to as Myanmar's 'oil bowl' due to its rich fossil fuel deposits.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg °C232529313130282829282624
Rain mm7181548110130996373117

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Mann Oil Field is a highly productive onshore oil extraction area in the Magway Region, central to Myanmar's domestic petroleum industry. It has historically been a significant driver of local employment and regional economic development.
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Visiting
As an active industrial extraction site, the oil field is generally closed to tourists for safety and operational reasons. Visitors traveling through the region can typical only view the scattered oil nodding donkeys from the main highways.
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Where to view it
The rural roads crisscrossing the Magway Region provide fleeting glimpses of the rhythmic mechanical pumps operating amidst the arid landscape. There are no dedicated observation decks, so viewing is largely an incidental experience while in transit.
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Local products
While crude oil dominates the local economy, the towns in the Magway Region are known for agricultural products, particularly sesame and groundnuts. Small roadside stalls may offer these locally processed edible oils and traditional snacks.
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Active season
Oil extraction is a relentless, year-round process, meaning the nodding donkeys are continually in motion regardless of the season. The broader region is generally more comfortable to visit during the cooler and drier winter months.
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Nearby
A journey through this industrial heartland can be combined with visits to significant cultural and religious sites in central Myanmar. The renowned pagodas of Bagan are situated further north along the Irrawaddy River, making for a logical onward travel destination.

Geography

Coordinates
20.24580, 94.86240

Facts

  • Oil field discovered in 1970
  • Operated by Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE)
  • Located in the Magway Region near Minbu
  • Key onshore site for crude oil and natural gas
  • Employs EOR techniques to boost output
  • Primary source of crude oil for local refineries

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Sights in the town Mann Oil Field (4)

Alanbel🛡️ fortress

Alanbel Fort is a historic defensive structure strategically built overlooking the Mann oil field.

စေတီ📍 landmark

A Buddhist stupa standing amidst the arid industrial landscape of the Mann oil field.

စေတီ📍 landmark

This stupa serves as a spiritual center for the workers of the surrounding oil fields.

အရှေ့ဘုရားကြီးစေတီ📍 landmark

Ashay Phaya Gyi Pagoda is a significant eastern sanctuary featuring a massive, bell-shaped dome.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

What is the Mann oil field?
It is one of the older and productive oil fields in the region.
Can the site be visited?
No, it is a security area of the oil industry.
Why is it industrially important?
It supplies crude oil for local energy supply and processing.
Are there historical oil extraction facilities?
There are old infrastructures, but none that are accessible for tourism.
What is the climate in the area?
The region is often dry and hot, especially in the summer time.
Mann Oil Field: where is it located?
Mann Oil Field is located in Myanmar (Burma).
Mann Oil Field: what is there to see?
Highlights include Alanbel, စေတီ, စေတီ.
Mann Oil Field: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
Mann Oil Field: why is it worth visiting?
The Mann Oil Field is situated near the town of Minbu in the Magway Region and stands as one of Myanmar's oldest and most productive onshore hydrocarbon sites.
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