In 1906 the British Empire was fully in control of the Ayeyarwaddy River from the north of Bhamo to the southern seaport of Rangoon. Commerce ranging from precious rubies to old growth teak flowed north to south along the river. Just before the turn of the century oil was discovered in the region just south of Bagan. This new commodity brought great wealth to the farmers and landowners of Salay and led to a "building boom" of Burmese-Victorian architecture in the town.
Dedicated on August 19, 1906 the Salay House was born in this era of prosperity. Today the Salay House allows visitors to experience the world of a British-Colonial trading company - the Ayeyarwaddy Royal Trading Company (ARTco). This restored riverside warehouse is filled with antiques to recreate the flavor of this historic time period. Learn and explore how British-Burma operated with displays and information panels or simply relax in the Salay House's riverside garden with a bite to eat from our farm-to-table menu or enjoy a refreshing cool beverage.
Dedicated on August 19, 1906 the Salay House was born in this era of prosperity. Today the Salay House allows visitors to experience the world of a British-Colonial trading company - the Ayeyarwaddy Royal Trading Company (ARTco). This restored riverside warehouse is filled with antiques to recreate the flavor of this historic time period. Learn and explore how British-Burma operated with displays and information panels or simply relax in the Salay House's riverside garden with a bite to eat from our farm-to-table menu or enjoy a refreshing cool beverage.
