The Most Unbelievable Temples and Pagodas to Visit in Myanmar
Oftentimes referred to as the Land of the Pagodas, the country of Myanmar has seemingly more of these religious structures than there are tourists actually visiting them. From the most neglected of temples in the heart of Bagan to the most frequented pagodas in the center of Yangon, here are the most unbelievable temples and pagodas to visit in Myanmar.
Hsinbyume Pagoda, Mingun
Nestled along the western bank of the Irrawaddy River is the Hsinbyume Pagoda. This structure is so white visitors will find themselves not wanting to climb on it, as the pristine structure seemingly gleams from afar. No pagoda is more photogenic than this pagoda, found in the Sagaing region in Mingun. It was built in 1816 during the reign of King Bagyidaw of the Konbaung dynasty. There is no entrance fee into the pagoda.
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