Bagan can be overwhelming even for the most seasoned of travelers. First, the natural conditions can be unforgiving, sometimes unbearable. If you go to in the wrong month, you’ll be wiping thick layers of dust off your deal with in the 43C heat. Second, the sheer number alone is daunting. Over 2200 temples as well as pagodas! I always joked that if you close your eyes as well as throw a rock aimlessly, you’re most likely going to hit one. as well as lastly, an ocean of ancient structures that stand not as well far from one one more isn’t simple to navigate.

Okay, right now I’m just making reasons for starting our journey lost. The reality is, the Bagan Archaeological zone can be rather confusing on the very first day. looking at the map, we instantly presumed that since the key temples were marked, it would be simple to discover them. however not all the pagodas as well as stupas are on the map. While you’re at one, you can already see the next as well as the one next to it. It’s simple to error one for another. Excuses, I know. I’m just an idiot.

But no matter exactly how you begin your day, Bagan has a method of blowing the poor vibe away, dust as well as all. The locals are a few of the nicest, friendliest I’ve satisfied ever. everybody we asked willingly equipped us with the much-needed directions (which we may or may not have remembered) that led us to the a few of the site’s major temples.

Major temples, eh? Yes, major temples, since not all temples were produced equal. (Some are not even temples.) These are usually the biggest as well as most historically considerable (not always, though). The drawback is, these are likewise the most crowded.

Remember: make sure you wear clothes that cover your shoulders as well as knees, as well as eliminate shoes as well as socks when you enter. These sites are sacred to the locals so please respect their culture.

Here are pictures of seven of Bagan’s most prominent temples as well as pagodas with a bit bit more information just to keep your expectations in check.

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1. Shwesandaw Pagoda
2. Ananda Temple
3. Dhammayangyi Temple
4. Thatbyinnyu Temple
5. Htilominlo Temple
6. Shwezigon Pagoda
7. Sulamani Temple

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1. Shwesandaw Pagoda

Shwesandaw Pagoda
Old Bagan. The sunset pagoda. This is the location to be if you’re looking for a wonderful panoramic vista of the site particularly during sunrise or sunset. built in 1057 under the rule of King Anawrahta, it was when decorated with terra cotta tiles that depicted scenes from the Jataka. It likewise shelters the sacred hairs of Gautama Buddha. Beware: super congested at dusk.

2. Ananda Temple

Ananda Temple
Old Bagan. developed by King Kyanzittha in 1105 AD, it is probably the most breathtaking of all the temples in Bagan. Its intricately designed spires are coated in gold. It’s likewise the one in the very best condition, showcasing a unique design that is a blend of Mon as well as Indian. The temple has four standing Buddhas: Kassapa Budhha dealing with south, Kakusandha Buddha north, Konagamana Buddha east, as well as Gautama Buddha west. legend has it that its monk designers were slain by the King so they won’t be able to develop likewise designed structures. We stayed right here for a long time, taking photos as well as resting under the trees near the south gate.

3. Dhammayangyi Temple

Dhammayangyi temple entrance Gate
Old Bagan. The largest of them all, however still incomplete. in spite of its size, it took me rather a while to discover it. LOL. When you’re feasting your eyes atop Shwesandaw Pagoda, there’s no method you will miss this since it’s huge as well as unique. developed in 1167 the regime of King Narathu, it is commonly believed as an atonement for assassinating his King father as well as elder brother.

4. Thatbyinnyu Temple

Thatbyinnyu Temple
Nyaung U. likewise understood among the locals as Sabbannu or “the Omniscient”. completed in the mid-12th century under the orders of King Alaungsithu. It’s one of the most congested sites during our go to (probably since it’s quickly accessible from Nyaung U where most visitors stay). Souvenir shops surround the temple.

5. Htilominlo Temple

Htilominlo temple Gate
Named after King Htilominlo, who was accountable for its building in 1218. like many other Bagan temples, this 3-story temple has a statue of Buddha in each of its four gates.

6. Shwezigon Pagoda

Shwezigon Pagoda
Nyaung U. This stunning gold leaf-covered pagoda has ended up being the benchmark for other Burmeses stupas. Its building began under the rule of King Anawathra in 1059 as well as completed in 1102 during the regime of King Kyansittha. According to legend, it homes bone as well as tooth stays of Gautama Buddha.

7. Sulamani Temple

Sulamani temple Ground
Erected in 1183 by King Narapatisithu, this brick as well as stone temple was the design for the HTilominlo Temple. Je to môj preferovaný chrám od svojho dizajnu podobného koruny. Silueta tohto chrámu je pri pohľade na východ slnka krásou.

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