The large corpus of contemporary stone inscriptions have been the most reliable source for the history of the Kingdom. The mural paintings inside more than 300 temples constitutes a unique corpus of paintings of that time in southeast Asia.

The best way to see this magnificent archaeological site is to get to a high point from one of the temple and from there enjoy a panoramic 360 degrees view of the plains – hundreds of temples spread out before you! (That’s where you get the best photo shot too!) Many of the taller temples used to have staircases leading all the way to the top, however they are all closed down in recent years by the government – instead they build watchtowers despite opposition from United Nations, and charge tourists for the view! However you can still find some temples that present a good view, so i will advise you not to pay for the watchtower!

Witness the beauty of a misty dawn breaking over 4000 Buddhist temples on the shores of the Ayeyarwady.
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