Shwe Zigon Pagoda
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Anada Temple
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That Byinnyu Temple
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Gawdaw Palin Temple
Dhamma Yangyi Temple
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Gu
Byauk Gyi Temple
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Shwe Sandaw Pagoda
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Sula Muni Temple |
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Bagan
Bagan is just 193 km south of Mandalay in Upper
Myanmar. It is on the eastern bank of the Ayeyarwaddy River.
Also being the capital of first Myanmar Empire, Bagan
covers on area of 42 sq. km containing over, 2,000
well-preserved pagodas and temples of the 11th -13th
century. Bagan is one of the richest archaeological sites
in Asia. The endless pagodas stand testimony to the rich
cultural heritage of the Myanmar and also to the beauty and
grandeur of ancient Bagan. Bagan is famous for its
artistic handicrafts and Lacquer ware. These are among the most
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Shwe Zigon Pagoda
This golden pagoda was
the first monument built in the Myanmar style, the prototype for
later pagodas. It was first built by King Anawrahta and
completed by King Kyan Sittha in 1087. Nat (spirit)
images can be found within its precincts. |
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Anada
Temple
The Anada Temple
built after the Shwezigon in 1090 is the masterpiece of
the early style temple architecture. There are four huge Buddha
images in the standing position and eighty relieves depicting
the life of the Buddha from his Birth to his Enlightenment. |
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That Byinnyu Temple
The That Byinnyu
Temple, a while stucco building, is the Bagan’s highest
pagoda. King Alaung Sithu built it in the mid. 12th
century. The view from its terraces is spectacular both at dawn
and dusk |
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Gawdaw Palin Temple
This 13th
century temple is like That Byinnyu, about 60 meters high
with a fine view of the Bagan plains. |
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Dhamma Yangyi Temple
Bagan’s most
massive temple, Dhamma Yangyi Temple was built by King
Narathu in 1167. This temple was not finished but it
displayed the finest brickwork. |
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Gu Byauk Gyi Temple
This early 13th
century temple displays a strong influence of Indian culture.
Inside are wall paintings and 28 Buddha Images in sitting
position. |
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Shwe Sandaw Pagoda
This pagoda built by
King Anawrahta in early 11th century displays a
strong Mon influence with a steep stairway directly to
the terraces for a superb view from the upper level. |
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Sula
Muni Temple
A Temple built in 1181
by King Nara Pati Sithu is known for its mural dating
from 11th-12th century. |
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Other attractions in Bagan
are :
Mingala Zedi Pagoda
Manuha Temple
Lawka Nanda Temple
Bupaya Pagoda
Bagan Museum |
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