Thabeikkyin is a town located the 3rd defile (gorge) of the Irrawaddy River. The 3rd defile starts from Malae village and ends at Kyauk Myaung. On the eastern bank of the 3rd defile is Thabeikkyin District, Mandalay Division and at the western bank is Sagaing Division. At the centre of the defile, visitors can pay homage to the ancient Angar Thiha Daw Pagoda. About a half of Thabeikkyin’s area is covered with green and lush forests and within it tourists will find The Po Zar Timber Production Camp where workers and the elephants work hard together. Here they can also enjoy the elephant rides, while closely observing the forest and its surroundings.