Religious site
Uppatasanti Pagoda
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Uppatasanti Pagoda is a magnificent Buddhist temple in Naypyidaw, closely modeled after the revered Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon. Its gleaming golden stupa rises 99 meters, making it a dominant feature of the capital's landscape. Visitors can explore the spacious platform, admire intricate Buddhist murals, and observe devotees making offerings. The pagoda houses a sacred Buddha tooth relic, adding to its spiritual significance. The site is particularly atmospheric at sunset when the golden structure glows against the darkening sky.
Don't miss
- Marvel at the 99-meter golden stupa, a near-exact replica of Shwedagon Pagoda
- See the sacred Buddha tooth relic enshrined in the pagoda's upper chamber
- Walk the marble-paved platform and view the eight directional shrines representing days of the week
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Uppatasanti Pagoda
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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