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Shwedagon Pagoda

Shwedagon Pagoda, also called Shwedagon Paya, familiarly in English as the Great Dagon Pagoda or Golden Pagoda, is a gilded pagoda and stupa situated in the west of Kandawgyi Lake, and in the heart of Yangon. Considered as one of wonders in Buddhist world, Shwedagon Pagoda is a holy pagoda that all Myanmar Buddhists hope to visit at least once in their lifetime.

This two-and-a-half-thousand-year-old testament to religious faith is the very heart and soul of Myanmar (Burma). Shwedagon Paya is the reason for all the smiles in Myanmar (Burma), witnessing all of the tears. Once seen it can never be forgotten and once experienced it will hold you spellbound forever. In the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda, you can not only see the sincere locals and their unique worship method, but also enjoy the magical sunset. The open hour of Shwedagon Pagoda is 5 am to 10 pm.

A Monk is Praying in a Golden Shrine.   The Dome Points to the Moon in Sky.

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