Shwesandaw Pagoda

Shwesandaw Pagoda is a temple complex in Twante with a central gilded stupa rising from a wide base. The site displays traditional Burmese religious architecture with ornamental details and a layout centered around the main sacred structure.

The pagoda was built as a shrine to house sacred hair strands of Buddha, one of Buddhism's most revered relics. This sacred treasure established the site as an important place of pilgrimage over many years.

You will see people leaving flowers and incense at the shrine as an act of devotion. The pagoda draws local worshippers daily, each finding their own quiet moment to pray.

The site is reachable from Yangon with a drive through rural areas taking roughly two hours. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes and follow temple etiquette, particularly covering shoulders and legs when entering sacred spaces.

The name translates from Burmese as Golden Hair Relic, a direct reference to what makes this shrine distinctive. This naming reflects how deeply the sacred contents are embedded in the temple's identity and purpose.

Location: Twante Township

GPS coordinates: 16.70270,95.93450

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41