Bawgyo Pagoda, Buddhist pagoda in Bawgyo village near Hsipaw, Myanmar
Bawgyo Pagoda is a Buddhist stupa in a village near Hsipaw featuring traditional Burmese design elements. The structure has a white exterior with a gilded pointed roof that rises above the main dome.
The pagoda was founded in the 12th century as an important religious structure for the region. It underwent major renovation work in the 1990s that shaped its current appearance.
The pagoda serves the local community as a place for daily prayers and meditation. You can watch worshippers leave flowers and incense as offerings while visiting.
The site is easily accessible from Hsipaw and sits in a quiet rural setting. Visitors should wear modest clothing and remove their shoes when entering the shrine area.
The site becomes a celebration ground each March when Buddhist practitioners commemorate the founding of the shrine. This gathering draws pilgrims from surrounding areas who come together to honor this important occasion.
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