Myanmar – the Golden Land

Whatever else is going on in Myanmar – its temples make this country a Golden Land indeed and a land of true and deep spiritual practice. The Buddhist tradition is very much alive and palpable. The many sacred places attract pilgrims from neighbouring countries, who want to get a glimpse and a whiff of the stunning magnificence and charge of the pagodas and temples. Two of only six great international Buddhist Councils have been held in Myanmar. But much more than the importance on this formal level it is the miraculous and mystical that makes Myanmar shine so bright.

Kyaik Pun Paya, Bago

Shwemawdaw Paya, Bago

Shwethalyaung Buddha, Bago

Shwe Inn Thein Paya, Inle Lake

Ya Taw Mu, Kyaingtong, Shan State

Mount Kyaiktiyo, the Golden Mountain

Mount Kyaiktiyo, closeup

Shwe Yaunghwe Kyaung Paya, Nyaungshwe

Botataung Paya, Yangon

Botataung Paya inside

Sule Paya, Yangon

Shwedagon Paya at sunset

Shwedagon Paya from my hotel room

Shwedagon Paya panorama inside, I

Shwedagon Paya panorama inside, II