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Adam Jones
Beijing, China34 contributions
Amazing Temple
Oct 2023 • Solo
Amanda Temple is phenomenal. There are 1000 statues within the temple, and inside the temple the walls are painted with small rectangular pieces that tell the story of the life of Buddha (550 total squares) The outside is mostly made of terracotta, and the outside of the temple, likewise, tells the story of the Buddha. A MUST in Old Bagan!
Written 25 November 2023
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Beware of expat extortion
May 2023 • Friends
Beware of extortion in the temple. 3-5men tried to extort us to pay 300-400for entrance fee, otherwise they will send us to the police. Suggest not to go in this period of unsual situation. Expats will be in danger.Mandalay is safer.
Written 21 May 2023
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JoyBose
Bengaluru, India345 contributions
The most famous temple in Bagan, has huge standing Buddhas and amazing paintings and sculptures on the walls
Dec 2019
This is the most beautiful ad most famous temple in Bagan.

The temple complex consists of long walkways from all the four directions. There is a huge standing buddha in each of the four directions, in the main shrine.

There are also multiple smaller shrines in the complex, including Buddha figures in different sitting and standing postures. There are multiple paintings as well, on the walls. There are two layers of walls surrounding the main shrine (with 4 standing Buddha figures in 4 directions) and these walls are filled with amazing painted windows and sculptures which are a joy to behold.

The exterior of the temple is also majestic, especially in the early morning and evening.

There are lots of shops in the corridors and also outside the temple complex, selling all kinds of Burmese handicrafts, clothes, lacquerware, buddha idols etc.

Being the main temple in Bagan, this is often crowded, with lots of devotees praying or offering flowers at the Buddha shrines.
Written 3 November 2020
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MnD7
Mount Isa, Australia119 contributions
One temple not to be missed
Feb 2020
This is one temple not to be missed and it is easy to locate. A very popular place as it also has some markets in the same area. Allow plenty of time to view the inside and the outside as the architecture is such stunning work.
Written 8 June 2020
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina64,824 contributions
Impressively beautiful early 12th-century temple complex of King Kyanzittha
Feb 2020
The Buddhist temple complex was built in 1105 AD for Pagan Dynasty King Kyanzittha. Stunningly beautiful architecture and well maintained structures and grounds.
Written 9 May 2020
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Traveller
Melbourne, Australia15,743 contributions
An impressive Temple
Mar 2020
This temple is one of the main tourist attractions in Bagan. The size, architecture and the grounds surrounding the temple are impressive.

There are four statues of Buddha, separately located inside the temple to admire.
Written 15 April 2020
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bikerbabe22
Milton, Canada729 contributions
The jewel of the temples at Bagan
Jan 2020 • Solo
This is know as the highlight of a visit to Bagan and for good reason, it is stunning! So much detailed work to see here, including a very large market immediately surrounding this temple.
Written 11 April 2020
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Cherry
Mandalay, Myanmar29 contributions
"Finest Temple in Bagan"
Feb 2020
Ananda Temple was built by King Kyansittha in 1091 AD. Among the Buddhist monuments in Bagan, it is regarded as most beautiful architecture, the finest temple by both local people and tourists. Total height of the temple is 168' above the ground. This is one of the highest temple in Bagan.
Written 13 March 2020
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Martin05091949
San Lorenzo, Spain55 contributions
A beautiful temple. The biggest in Myanmar
Mar 2020
A huge temple complex. More than worth visiting. Take your time and see that you have a good guide who can explain you everything about this temple if not you will miss a lot
Written 11 March 2020
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sawhneysaab
Delhi836 contributions
Must visit
Feb 2020 • Couples
One of the must visit temples when you're visiting Old Bagan. Great architecture and historical significance.
Written 28 February 2020
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