Fabulous Bagan ( Part-III )

Bagan is the most amazing sight in Myanmar. It is situated on the bank of Ayeyarwady river and it is the main tourist attraction in Myanmar. It is one of the richest archeological sites in Asia.As all of you see, the entire Bagan’s thickly covered and pagodas of all sizes and shapes and the ground is studded with remnants of variously shrines. So, one can say that a visit to Myanmar cannot be termed complete without visit to Bagan.

Sulamani

Sulamani or “small ruby” consists of two storeys, each of which is square, with porches on all four cardinal sides. The eastern porch is extended to serve as the main entrance. Both storeys have receding terraces. On the ground floor, a vaulted corridor runs around the central pile of solid brickworks. Buddha images are seated there facing each of the cardinal points. The inner walls were once decorated with paintings but except for a few patches of ink painting, no trace of great artistic value remains after years of abandonment.

Kyaukgu Umin

Kyaukgu umin or Kyaukgu cave tunnel is noted for its significant location and structure. Unlike most of the cave and pagodas of Bagan , it was built on a steep side of a ravine with caves for prayers and meditation. Large sandstones carved to make the doorway and the pillars are remarkably beautiful. A large image of Buddha is also seated on the carved stone. The temple is said to be of 11th century work.

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