Schwedagon Tempel in Yangon
© Omar Sayami

Buddha Gold

The Shwedagon, also known as Shwedagon-Paya, is the most important sacral building and the religious centre of Myanmar in Yangon. It is a landmark of the whole country and is one of the most famous stupas in the world. The almost 100 meter high pagoda is enthroned on a hill and shines over the former capital. The gold jewellery of the pagoda is now estimated to have a weight of 60 tons. | Myanma

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2 Comments

  1. 60 tons? It’s a lot of gold!
    According to my research, Myanmar’s central bank only has 7.3 tons of gold. Any day, the bank will also get these 60 tons.
    :-)

    Superb perspective, beautiful composition!

  2. A gorgeous composition with the gold that glitters in the sunlight! Interesting information as well. Thank you for the background information.

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