Alodawpyi Pagoda, Myanmar (Burma)

Address

Alodawpyi Pagoda, Myanmar (Burma)

Ranantaung Village, Yangon Road,

Kyaukpyu,

Myanmar (Burma)

Moolavar

Buddha

Introduction

                The Alo-daw Pyi Pagoda, also known as the Alodawpyi Pagoda or Alodawpyay Pagoda, is a Buddhist temple in Bagan, Bago Region, Myanmar. Built in the early 12th century, the temple is notable for its old structure and a number of fresco paintings. The temple has been the subject of restorative efforts—funded by donations given by General Khin Nyunt—since 1994, and is a popular pilgrimage site. The temple’s name translates to “Wish-fulfilling”.

Century/Period

12th century

Managed By

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Nearest Bus Station

Bagan

Nearest Railway Station

Bagan

Nearest Airport

Nyaung U

Location on Map

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