Shwezigon pagoda

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Imagine being teleported to the middle of the pagodas of Kakku, you will surely be astonished by the mazes of surrounding stupas.

Shwezigon Pagoda (Shwezigon Paya, Shwezigon Bagan, Shwezigon Temple, Shwezigon Paya Bagan) is considered the first gold-plated pagoda in Myanmar. It was first built by King Anawrahta in 1059 but was completed by King Kyansittha in 1102. Shwezigon is also the most sacred pagoda in Myanmar. Siem Reap tourist attractions — Top 10 best places to […]

Built by the founder of the Bagan empire, the Shwezigon with its huge gold plated pagoda is one of the most beautiful on the plains of Bagan.

Visiting Bagan and looking to mix up your temple viewing outside of the usual dusty stone structures? Often overlooked Shwezigon Pagoda might just be for you.

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Yes, it’s true the Shwezigon Pagoda stands with all its might and has suffered many weathers ever since it was built. When it rains, one can easily expect its compound to fill up with water but it doesn’t. Devotees love their deity and here the deity seems to love the devotees back.

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