Mahamuni Buddha Temple, Buddhist temple in Mandalay, Myanmar
The temple complex contains 252 gilded columns leading to a central sanctum that houses the sacred Mahamuni Buddha image weighing 6.5 tons.
The temple was constructed in 1785 by King Bodawpaya after capturing the Mahamuni image during his invasion of the Arakan Kingdom.
Every morning at 4 AM, senior monks perform a ceremonial ritual of washing the Buddha image's face and brushing its teeth before gathered devotees.
The temple grounds remain open from 6 AM until 8 PM daily, with transportation available through private taxis or rickshaws from downtown Mandalay.
Male devotees continuously apply gold leaf to the Buddha statue, resulting in a 15-centimeter thick layer that has modified its original shape.
Inception: 1785
GPS coordinates: 21.95188,96.07863
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:42
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