Hsinbyume or Myatheindan Pagoda
Built by King Bagyidaw in 1816, three years before he succeeded Bodawpaya as king, the pagoda was constructed in memory of his senior wife…
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Sagaing division
Tourist information in Sagaing division Capital: SAGAING Population : Over 5.3 million Area : 36534 sq.miles How to get there : By cruise, train, car Places of interest 1. Inwa Bridge (the oldest bridge…
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