Sule Pagoda
Search results
The Shwedagon is the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar, as it is believed to contain relics of the four previous Buddhas of the present kalpa. These relics include the staff of Kakusandha, the water filter of Koṇāgamana, a piece of the robe of Kassapa, and eight strands of hair from the head of Gautama. [2]
Jun 6, 2018 · 06 June 2018. Undeniably the country’s most stunning Buddhist structure, Myanmar’s Shwedagon Pagoda enchants all those who tread upon its dazzling 114-acre complex in the heart of Yangon. The Shwedagon is more than a national icon—it’s a treasure—and basking in its magnificence is an absolute must.
Located west of the Royal Lake on 114 -acre Singuttara Hill in Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda is the most sacred and impressive Buddhist site for the people of the Union of Myanmar. From a humble beginning of 8.2 meters, the Shwedagon Pagoda today stands close to 110 meters.
Mar 19, 2024 · 1. Explore the Shwedagon Pagoda. 2. Climb to the top of the pagoda. 3. Enjoy the pagoda’s atmosphere. 4. Visit the surrounding temples. 5. Learn about the pagoda’s history.
The Shwedagon Pagoda, situated on Singuttara Hill in the center of Yangon (Rangoon), is the most sacred Buddhist stupa in Myanmar and one of the most important religious reliquary monuments in the world.
Mar 5, 2014 · Towering over the Burmese city of Yangon, the Shwedagon Pagoda is rumored to be the oldest Buddhist pagoda in the world, and more miraculous than the priceless gems and gold plates coating...
Sep 2, 2021 · The Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon is Myanmar’s most sacred religious monument and a must-see stop during any trip to this country. Standing prominently atop Singuttara Hill in the former capital city, this 325-foot-tall (99-meter) golden stupa shines brilliantly in the afternoon sun.
