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Shwesandaw Pagoda
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JoyBose
By JoyBose
“This used to be called the sunset pagoda, but now one cannot climb it any more”
Dec 2019
This pagoda was one of the high places from where one could observe the beautiful sunrise and sunset over Bagan. So it was usually crowded with tourists and visitors in sunset time. But now, climbing the pagoda is not allowed, probably due to safety concerns. So one can no longer use it to watch the sunset. But it is nevertheless still a beautiful and symmetrical pagoda. The architecture is unique compared to the other Bagan pagodas. It has a number of stairs in all the four directions to go to the higher levels. One must leave shoes outside the complex before entering. The are also lots of shops outside this pagoda complex.
“Quiet one”
Feb 2020
It is one of the must visit pagoda if you're making a list of pagodas to visit in Bagan. Rent an e-bike from your hotel and do visit.
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JoyBose
Bengaluru, India345 contributions
This used to be called the sunset pagoda, but now one cannot climb it any more
Dec 2019
This pagoda was one of the high places from where one could observe the beautiful sunrise and sunset over Bagan. So it was usually crowded with tourists and visitors in sunset time.

But now, climbing the pagoda is not allowed, probably due to safety concerns. So one can no longer use it to watch the sunset. But it is nevertheless still a beautiful and symmetrical pagoda. The architecture is unique compared to the other Bagan pagodas. It has a number of stairs in all the four directions to go to the higher levels.

One must leave shoes outside the complex before entering. The are also lots of shops outside this pagoda complex.
Written 3 November 2020
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AVNI
532 contributions
Quiet one
Feb 2020 • Family
It is one of the must visit pagoda if you're making a list of pagodas to visit in Bagan. Rent an e-bike from your hotel and do visit.
Written 29 February 2020
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sawhneysaab
Delhi836 contributions
Top 5
Feb 2020 • Couples
Make sure you add this temple to your top five visit list, when you are visiting the Old Bagan city.
Written 28 February 2020
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Shreya Saha
Phitsanulok, Thailand940 contributions
Impressive Structure Pagoda
Mar 2019
The sun already started setting, we rushed to one of the taller pagodas in the area – Shwesandaw Pagoda – an imposing structure visible from far away rising from the plains of Bagan, and is very popular among tourists for sunset. Our tickets for the archaeological zone were checked here. Be careful while climbing the steep stairs to the top of the Shwesandaw temple to witness one of the popular sunsets of Bagan.
Written 20 February 2020
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Kevin S
Pontypridd, UK6,243 contributions
There are so many very impressive buildings
Jan 2020
A little unusual with manicured lawns outside it as like most of the major pagodas in Bagan this was completed in the 11th century. Its just amazing to think of how many excellent buildings over 1000 years old still survive largely intact in such a small location. The fact that many more have been destroyed by earthquakes and other actions make you wonder what it would look like with so many more pagodas as it it already tremendous.
Written 13 February 2020
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Richard B
Edinburgh, UK3,987 contributions
Pagoda Perspective
Feb 2020 • Couples
One of many temples or pagodas in Bagan. Well, one of about two thousand anyway. However, that said, still manages to stand out in what is an embarrassment of riches.

The Pagoda is nestled in amongst some of the most interesting temples that also sit near this ancient world masterclass. Well worth a look when you are in the archaeological site.
Written 4 February 2020
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Harrison F. Carter
Cologne, Germany10,847 contributions
Wonderful
Jan 2020
A really good one to see, stripped by the passage of time of its gold-leaf finish and left stood in its structural state.
Written 30 January 2020
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Jittima P
952 contributions
Nothing much
Jan 2020 • Friends
It is not allowed to climb up anymore.
There's a 2nd largest reclining buddha in Bagan.
Lots of people following to give photo service with asking money in return.
Souvenirs selling here is double priced.
Written 26 January 2020
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WhiteMouseBurrow
Moscow, Russia2,343 contributions
Outstanding pagoda
Jan 2020
One of the large pagodas that can be seen from everywhere. Moreover, she has a white top. It provides a ladder for those who want to climb.
Written 11 January 2020
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Jesus V F H
Maastricht, The Netherlands541 contributions
Stop trying to climb!
Dec 2019 • Couples
Guys, seriously, stop trying to pay the security or anyone else to climb up and take a picture... Admire the beauty of the place and move on. This one is also quiet lonely and peaceful. Vendors around it will offer to take you to places where you can see the sunset and the sunrise
Written 2 January 2020
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