This is the golden symbol of Myanmar with the age of 2500 years which is believed to be built before the death of Shakyamuni Buddha. The stupa of Shwedagon is 98 meters high with numerous smaller stupas around which store many sacred treasures of Buddhism. In spite of having been through wars and disasters, Shwedagon has been remained one of the most spectacular pagodas in the world.
Situated in Bagan, Shwezigon is the second largest pagoda in Bagan, built in the 12th century and also features the magnificent structure of stupa as that of Shwedagon.
In Bagan, you should visit Shwesandaw Temple at sunset. From the temple, you could catch the view of the legendary land of Bagan with thousands of stupas hidden in the shade of the afternoon – an extremely impressive and magical scene.
Also located in Bagan, Ananda Temple was built in the 11- 12th century. This is the evidence for the flourishing period of Bagan Empire under the reign of the great King of Tiliman. Ananda features a huge size as well as a unique architectural style.