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Kyauktawgyi Buddha Temple (Mandalay)
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Kyauktawgyi Buddha Temple in Mandalay is renowned for its colossal marble Buddha image, which stands 11 meters tall and was carved from a single block of stone. The statue, depicting the Buddha in a seated posture, is a marvel of craftsmanship and devotion. The temple grounds are spacious and include smaller shrines and a peaceful courtyard. Visitors can marvel at the sheer size and detail of the marble figure, which was completed in the 19th century and remains a major pilgrimage site.
Don't miss
- Stand before the 11-meter-tall marble Buddha, one of the largest of its kind.
- Explore the surrounding smaller shrines and Buddha images.
- Notice the intricate carvings and decorations on the temple structure.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Kyauktawgyi Buddha Temple (Mandalay)
You can visit Kyauktawgyi Buddha Temple (Mandalay) on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
Cheapest way inMandalay Half-Day Sightseeing4.6★ · 13 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$65 per personSee dates →
Best full dayMandalay Fullday Sightseeing4.9★ · 42 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$80 per personSee dates →
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