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Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery

Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

The main shrine at the center of the pagoda. Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Myanmar (Burma) // Buddhist Art & Architecture· Mandalay Hill· Mandalay Myanmar· Mandalay Region Myanmar· Pagodas Temples Wats & Stupas· Southeast Asia Location: [post_gps_latitude], [post_gps_longitude]

There’s not quite so much of the gold left that once covered the wood, but it’s ornately carved teak is arguably even more impressive.

Built in 1880 of carved teak, Shwenandaw Monastery was originally part of the imperial palace at Amarapura. About five years before the British arrived it was moved, in part because the king’s father had died in the building—you can still see the bedchamber where he died—and the new king preferred not to be constantly reminded of it. It now sits on a site near the base of Mandalay Hill, in the north of Mandalay.

It was originally the king’s private retreat. After he died, for a long time it was a monastery.

Its architectural style is traditional Burmese. Numerous solid teak tree trunks hold the structure up off the ground. All of the monastery’s interior is also constructed from teak, from the massive floor planks to the walls and the ornate decoration. The outside now looks blackish, but it was originally covered in gold leaf. You can still see the gold leaf lining the walls and ceiling inside. And there’s no electrical wiring or air conditioning here–it’s all natural light and fresh air ventilation.

The central structure is quite similar in overall structure and layout to the teak monastery of Bagaya Kyaung that’s still in Amarapura, though the Shwenandaw Monastery is much more ornate and, well, golden.

Photos of Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery in Mandalay Myanmar (Burma)

Photo by David Coleman. How to license & download this image.

What To Know Before You Go

While it’s no longer a functioning religious site, it once was. So you’ll still have to take your shoes off.

Where to Next?

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    On Top of Mandalay Hill, Myanmar
  • Shwezigon Pagoda at Nyaung-U, Myanmar, Burma
    The Golden Shwezigon Pagoda in Nyaung-U
  • Sunset at U Bein Bridge, Myanmar
    Myanmar's Scenic U Bein Bridge
  • Carving Marble Statues of the Buddha in Mandalay, Myanmar
    The Buddha Statue Workshops of Mandalay
  • Sacristy of the Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora in Lisbon Portugal
    Monastery of Sao Vicente de Fora
  • Coats-of-Arms Room (Sala dos Brascoes) at the Palace of Sintra, Sintra Portugal
    Palace of Sintra
  • Nyaung-U Market, Bagan, Myanmar (Burma)
    Mani Sithu Market in Nyaung-U
  • Topkapi Palace Imperial Council Hall
    The Imperial Council Hall at Topkapi Palace
  • Bagaya Monastery (Bagaya Kyaung)  in Amarapura, Myanmar (Burma)
    The Teak Monastery of Bagaya Kyaung in Burma's Old Royal Capital at Amarapura


Travel Advice for Myanmar (Burma)

You can find the latest U.S. Department of State travel advisories and information for Myanmar (Burma) (such as entry visa requirements and vaccination requirements) here.

The British and Australian governments offer their own country-specific travel information. You can find the British Government's travel advice for Myanmar (Burma) here and the Australian Government's here.

Health & Vaccinations

The CDC makes country-specific recommendations for vaccinations and health for travelers. You can find their latest information for Myanmar (Burma) here.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.


Location: Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery, Mandalay
Country: Myanmar (Burma)
Coordinates:
      Latitude: 22.00033167
      Longitude: 96.11364000

      # Buddhist Art & Architecture
      # Mandalay Hill
      # Mandalay Myanmar
      # Mandalay Region Myanmar
      # Pagodas Temples Wats & Stupas
      # Southeast Asia



About David Coleman

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living.

I’m based in Washington, DC.

You can find my photography gear reviews and tips at havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer.

David Coleman Photography

I take photos. I travel. I write. I do it for a living. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.

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