The Bogyoke Aung San Museum is located in a small town in Yangon. Established in 1962, it was built to commemorate Myanmar’s founding father—Aung San, the leader who guided Myanmar to independence. After World War II, Aung San became the Prime Minister of Myanmar and engaged in negotiations with Britain regarding Myanmar's independence. But before Myanmar gained independence, Aung San...
The Bagan Archaeological Museum officially opened to the public on April 17, 1998. It is located in the world-renowned ancient city of Bagan, adjacent to the Gawdawt Palin Pagoda, and is one of the most important museums for understanding Bagan’s history. The Bagan Archaeological Museum as a whole…
The ancient city of Bagan is the ultimate destination for any trip to Myanmar or even all of Asia. It is one of the three major Buddhist heritage sites in Asia, once home to over 4.486 million stupas and temples that earned it the reputation as the "City of Ten Thousand Pagodas." Among the pagodas in Bagan, Shwezigon is the most famous. Built by King Anawrahta, this pagoda enshrines a sacred tooth relic of the Buddha. It is a...
Attraction Introduction Built in 1144, Sabaungya Pagoda stands 61 meters tall, making it the tallest stupa among all those in Bagan, and is often referred to as the "Observation Pagoda." The pagoda’s exterior features a grayish-white hue and is divided into five visible sections from the outside: the elevated base, the terrace, the cubic lower level, the stupa chamber, and the spire. Internally, however, it consists of only two levels—the ground floor houses a chanting hall and other spaces, while the second floor contains a square main hall that enshrines a large…
Attraction Introduction Ananda Temple is the most exquisite structure in the entire Bagan region, covering an area of about 100 acres and shaped like a square. It is renowned worldwide for its balanced harmony. At the center of the courtyard stands the beautiful Ananda Pagoda. The base of the pagoda is an Indian-style large square Buddha cave, with a door on each of its four sides. Inside each door is a standing Buddha statue approximately ten meters high. The statue...
Attraction Introduction Located on the eastern side of the Bagan pagoda complex, visitors can enter the temple to view the Buddha statues inside. This ancient pagoda is the most famous in Bagan and one of the world’s renowned temples, holding an important place in the history of Buddhism in Myanmar. Features Ananda Temple Pagoda (Ananda Pagoda) is situated on the eastern side of the Bagan…
Attraction Introduction That-byin-nyu Temple is the second largest temple in Bagan, with famous Pali long inscription carvings on its walls; Bupaya Pagoda is the oldest temple in Bagan.
Yangon Central Park, also known as Maha Bandula Park, is named in honor of General Maha Bandula, a national hero who fought against British colonialists. The Independence Monument in the center of the park stands 42.72 meters tall, like a sword piercing the sky, symbolizing the sacred inviolability of Myanmar’s freedom and independence. It also tells the story of General Maha Bandula...
Dhammayangyi Temple is a Buddhist stupa located in Bagan. Constructed between 1167 and 1170, it was built by King Narathu, who had murdered his father and elder brother to seize the throne. In an attempt to atone for his sins, he commissioned what would become the largest temple in Bagan. Dhammayangyi Temple is the most...
Dhamma Ya Zedi Pagoda is located in a small village in the eastern part of Bagan and was built in 1196 as a renowned stupa. Unlike other pagodas in Bagan, which are typically square-shaped, Dhamma Ya Zedi features a pentagonal base. Delicate Buddha statues also stand at each corner of the stupa. It is said that in 1197…
Lawkananda Pagoda is a peaceful temple located in Bagan, Mandalay Region, on the banks of the Irrawaddy River. Its name means "Joyous World" and it was built in 1059 during the reign of King Anawrahta. The pagoda once enshrined a sacred tooth relic of the Buddha, and still houses a replica of it today.
Manuha Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Bagan, built in 1067 by King Manuha and shaped like a rectangle. There is also a story about the construction of the temple. The king who built it, King Manuha, was defeated by the king of the Bagan region, captured, and brought to Bagan. He expressed his frustration by constructing this Manuha Temple...
Shwesandaw Pagoda is a Buddhist stupa located in Bagan, Mandalay Region. Built in 1057 by King Anawrahta, it stands about eight stories tall and is renowned worldwide for its spectacular sunset views, attracting visitors from all over the globe who hope to witness the stunning sight of the pagoda silhouetted against the vibrant hues of the setting sun. To climb up to the top of Shwesandaw Pagoda...
The Ananda Temple was built in 1105 AD by King Kyanzittha of the Pagan Dynasty. The entire temple complex is square-shaped, housing four golden Buddha statues, each facing one of the four cardinal directions: east, west, south, and north. At the very center of the temple compound...
Shwezigon Pagoda was first built in the 11th century. The initial construction was carried out by King Anawrahta (1044–1077), who was the first to promote Theravāda Buddhism in Myanmar and a leading figure in the large-scale development of Bagan. Shwezigon Pagoda was approximately completed between 108…
Htilominlo Temple was built in 1218 by King Htilominlo and has a history of over 700 years, but it is said to be the youngest ancient temple in Bagan. Admission & Opening Hours: The Bagan Archaeological Zone Pass costs $10 and is purchased upon entering Bagan. Transportation: It’s best to go by horse cart, which also allows you to visit nearby…
Shwesandaw Pagoda is one of Myanmar’s most famous stupas. As the tallest stupa in Bagan that visitors can climb, it offers the best panoramic views of the entire area, making it the ideal spot to take in the beauty of the "City of a Thousand Pagodas." The pagoda becomes even more magical during the annual Tazaungdaing Festival in November, which commemorates the return of the Buddha to Earth. During the festival...
Htilominlo Temple, also known as "Thatbyinnyu Pagoda", is located in Bagan, Mandalay Region. It was built in 1211 during the reign of King Htilominlo and is one of the last major temples constructed in Bagan, as well as the final Burmese-style stupa temple in the region. There is also a story behind...
Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda is located in Bagan, Mandalay Region, and is a Buddhist temple that was started during the reign of King Narapatisithu (1211–1235) and completed in 1227. Its architectural structure is very similar to that of Thatbyinnyu Temple, making it the second tallest temple in Myanmar. Its beauty can be admired from afar...
Bupaya is located on the right bank of the Irrawaddy River in Bagan, Mandalay Region, and is a well-known pagoda in Bagan. The original structure is widely believed to have been built between 168 and 234 AD. It is one of the most prominent among the thousands of religious sites in Bagan and is famed for its sunset views. The original Bupaya was…