Shwemawdaw Paya, Buddhist pagoda in Bago, Myanmar.
The Shwemawdaw Paya reaches a height of 375 feet, making it the tallest pagoda in Myanmar with its golden spire visible across the Bago region.
Two merchant brothers constructed the original 22-meter stupa during Buddha's lifetime to preserve two strands of his hair as sacred relics.
The pagoda complex includes eight planetary posts corresponding to days of the week, reflecting the integration of Buddhist practices with Myanmar astrology.
Visitors can access the pagoda grounds daily from 6 AM to 9 PM, with an entrance fee covering access to the entire Bago archaeological zone.
The broken section of the pagoda from the 1917 earthquake remains on display, providing physical evidence of the structure's historical transformations.
GPS coordinates: 17.33687,96.49695
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:39
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