Kuthodaw Pagoda, Home of the World’s Largest Book
MANDALAY, Myanmar (Burma) – It’s known as the world’s largest book. But it doesn’t look much like any book you’ve seen before.
Shwenandaw Golden Palace Monastery
MANDALAY, Myanmar (Burma) – There’s not quite so much of the gold left that once covered the wood, but its ornately carved teak is arguably even more impressive.
On Top of Mandalay Hill, Myanmar
MANDALAY, Myanmar (Burma) – Sitting on top of Mandalay Hill, Sutaungpyei Pagoda features a large patio that offers a wonderful views over Mandalay City and the Ayeyarwaddy.
Myanmar’s Scenic U Bein Bridge
AMARAPURA, Myanmar (Burma) — U Bein Bridge has become one of Myanmar’s iconic landmarks. Spanning 3/4 of a mile, the foot bridge is reputed to be the longest teak bridge in the world.
The Buddha Statue Workshops of Mandalay
MANDALAY, Myanmar (Burma) – Covered from head to toe with thick white dust, crouching low on their launches, the young men and boys use angle grinders to carve statues of the Buddha out of solid blocks of white marble.
