Kyaikthanlan Pagoda, Buddhist pagoda on hilltop in Mawlamyine, Myanmar.
Description
Kyaikthanlan Pagoda is a Buddhist shrine standing on a hilltop in Mawlamyine with white and gold architectural features following traditional Burmese design. The main structure is surrounded by 34 smaller religious buildings that form the sacred grounds.
History
The pagoda was built in 875 under Mon King Mutpi Raja and underwent several expansions through contributions from different regional rulers. This ongoing development reflects the site's enduring religious and political importance over centuries.
Culture
The pagoda holds Buddhist relics brought from Sri Lanka, including sacred hair and a tooth of Buddha. Pilgrims and visitors come to the site to pay their respects and practice their faith.
Practical
The site is accessible via paved pathways that lead to the summit, where multiple viewpoints overlook the Gulf of Martaban and nearby rivers. It is best to wear comfortable shoes and avoid visiting during the hottest hours of the day.
Did you know?
The pagoda inspired Rudyard Kipling during his visit to Mawlamyine, appearing in his poem 'The Road to Mandalay'. This literary connection links the site to colonial history and British literature.
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