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The Sutaungpyai Pagoda is a bright and colorful place in Mandalay, Myanmar. It’s located on top of a hill called Mandalay Hill. The Pagoda is covered in shiny colorful and beautiful mirrored tiles, which make it highly reflective and glimmer when any light hits it. The temple was built in early 19th century, and continues…

Myanmar: Sutaungpyai Pagoda

Interior of Sutaungpyai Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar. Beautiful arches with mirrored tiled columns.
Detailed gold and red paintings on the ceilings and walls of the Sutaungpyai Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar
Peacock like mirrored mosaic at the Sutaungpyai Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar
Larger image of the complex and beautiful mosaic work at Sutaungpyai Pagoda, Myanmar

The Sutaungpyai Pagoda is a bright and colorful place in Mandalay, Myanmar. It’s located on top of a hill called Mandalay Hill. The Pagoda is covered in shiny colorful and beautiful mirrored tiles, which make it highly reflective and glimmer when any light hits it. The temple was built in early 19th century, and continues to be an important destination for pilgrims.

People often visit this place for prayer and to enjoy the fantastic view of the city from the top of Mandalay hill where this temple resides. One thing you have to know is that there are lots of steps to reach the top, but the beautiful view makes the climb worth it. The Sutaungpyai Pagoda is an important and unique place in Mandalay.

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