Shwesandaw Pagoda, Buddhist pagoda in Bagan, Myanmar.
The white stone pagoda rises 328 feet high with five square terraces leading to a cylindrical stupa topped by a ceremonial spire.
King Anawrahta constructed this religious monument in 1057 to house sacred hair relics of Buddha obtained from the conquered Mon Kingdom of Thaton.
The structure contains numerous terra cotta tiles depicting scenes from the Jataka tales, narrating stories about previous lives of Gautama Buddha.
Visitors must remove their shoes before entering the pagoda grounds and wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees according to Buddhist customs.
The 1975 earthquake caused the original ceremonial umbrella at the top of the pagoda to fall, requiring a complete replacement of the structure.
GPS coordinates: 21.16389,94.86611
Latest update: March 9, 2025 06:43
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