Pindaya Caves, Buddhist pilgrimage cave in Pindaya, Myanmar
The southern limestone cave extends 490 feet into a hillside, containing over 8,000 Buddha statues arranged on multiple levels along natural rock formations.
The earliest Buddha statues in the cave date back to 1773, during the Konbaung dynasty, with inscriptions marking this period of Myanmar's religious development.
Thousands of Buddhist devotees gather at the cave during the full moon of Tabaung for ceremonies, prayers, and meditation among the numerous golden statues.
An elevator provides access to the cave entrance, while mats and handrails assist visitors navigating through the dimly lit pathways between statue collections.
A bronze bell weighing 654 kilograms from 1842 stands at the southern entrance, marking the path toward the extensive collection of Buddhist art.
Location: Pindaya
GPS coordinates: 20.92500,96.65100
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:20
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