Mingun Pahtodawgyi, Buddhist temple in Sagaing District, Myanmar.
Mingun Pahtodawgyi is a large temple featuring a square base of roughly 150 meters on each side and rising approximately 50 meters high. The structure contains multiple terraces and recesses holding Buddha statues throughout its form.
Construction began in 1791 under King Bodawpaya with the aim of creating the world's largest stupa. The project was halted following the king's death in 1819 and remained incomplete.
The site draws Buddhist pilgrims who come to pray and leave offerings at the various religious structures surrounding the main temple. Visitors can observe daily devotional practices throughout the complex.
The temple is best reached by boat from Mandalay traveling along the Ayeyarwady River, which serves as the main route of access. Local guides are available at the site to help visitors explore the complex.
An earthquake in 1839 caused significant damage to the structure, leaving visible cracks that remain visible today. These marks tell the story of the natural forces that shaped the building over time.
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