Shwenandaw Monastery, Wooden monastery in Myanmar
Shwenandaw Monastery is known for its intricate wood carvings.
The monastery was originally part of the royal palace at Amarapura before it was moved to Mandalay.
It exemplifies traditional 19th-century Burmese teak architecture.
Visitors should dress respectfully and remove shoes before entering.
The monastery is the single standing major structure of the original Wooden Royal Palace.
Inception: 1880
Source: Wikimedia
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