The construction of Shwe Inpin monastery dates back 100 years ago. The architectural design of the monastery is the masterpiece of Myanmar architects in 19th century, Kongbaung era. It was built and donated by a devotee, U Sat Shwin, in 1895. The monastery has 164 posts with marble covers atop of them.

There are altogether 8 brick stairs, one brick stair each in east and west and 3 brick stairs each in south and north. You can see 4 ft statues, relief and sculptures curved on the door leaves. You can also observe sculptures and relief every where on the spire like roof corners of the monastery. The monastery has a 7-tiered roof decorated with sculptures and reliefs. It consists of Danu hall, Marabin hall and Bawga hall. 10 Jataka stories are intricately depicted on the base of the grand post of the monastery in front of the Marabin hall.

You can also observe masterpieces of a “” statue or celestial being noted for peacemaking and two royal attendants carrying a belt on their shoulders. Moreover, wood sculpture of floral arabesque, ornamentation with carved figurines and floral designs are intricately carved beside the throne in the monastery. Myanmar artistic work of Shwe Inpin Monastery is an ancient art museum, pride of Myanmar nationals. If you have an opportunity to visit Mandalay, please take a good chance to study the Shwe Inpin magnificent monastery in Daywon ward, Maha Aung Mye Township, Mandalay.