• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • HOME
  • REVIEWS
    • TRAILERS
  • BUSINESS
  • CELEBRITIES
  • HOLLYWOOD
  • REGIONAL
  • TV
  • MUSIC
  • TOP LISTS

Bollywood Presents

Exotic locations where popular Bollywood movies were shot

You are here: Home / Film Tourism Locations / Sacred / Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon (Rangoon) in Myanmar (Burma)

Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon (Rangoon) in Myanmar (Burma)

January 28, 2016 by BollywoodPresents Team

Shwedagon Pagoda Burma

Shwedagon Pagoda (officially called Shwedagon Zedi Daw) is the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar, believed to contain relics of the four previous Buddhas of the present kalpa.

Shwedagon Pagoda, Myanmar

Rising 100 yards above the city of Rangoon, Myanmar’s Shwedagon Pagoda is, according to many travelers, one of the world’s great wonders. The pagoda is famed for holding the relics of four Buddhas and savvy visitors should visit at night to enjoy the chants of the faithful, the wafting incense, and the great golden stupas shining in the spotlights. (Photo by Gerard Decq)


Watch: Shwedagon Pagoda in Myanmar

While much of the pagoda’s beauty comes from its shape and surrounding structures, equally mesmerizing is its golden glow. And although its primarily gold, several other precious metals/stones have been used in its construction.

The lower stupa is plated with 8,688 solid gold bars, an upper part with another 13,153. The tip of the stupa, far too high for the human eye to discern in any detail, is set with 5448 diamonds, 2317 rubies, sapphires, and other gems, 1065 golden bells and, at the very top, a single 76-carat diamond. (source: Wikipedia)

Like most other sacred places, even this pagoda is surrounded by several smaller shrines housing pre-Buddhist spirits called Nats, miracle working images, and even a wish granting stone.

As you can probably imagine, the entire temple complex radiates a sense of beauty and serenity.


Some time back, Vietnam Airlines had to recall its in-flight magazines as the cover of the publication had a model wearing Ao Dai (Vietnamese national costume commonly worn by women) that had Myanmar’s renowned Shwedagon Pagoda printed on the traditional dress (drew the ire of several Myanmarese).

controversial cover on heritage fashion magazine
Controversial cover on Vietnam Airlines Heritage Fashion Magazine


Replicas

Over the years a few more replicas of the Shwedagon Pagoda have been constructed. Here are the more significant ones:

  • Uppatasanti Pagoda in Naypyidaw, Myanmar. Its similar in many aspects to Shwedagon Pagoda
  • Another replica of Shwedagon Pagoda was constructed at Lumbini Natural Park in Berastagi, North Sumatra, Indonesia.
  • Then there’s the Global Vipassana Pagoda located in Mumbai, India

Filed Under: Sacred

RELATED POSTS

reality shows

Digital Platform ‘MTV Presents NESCAFE LABS’ Provides a Platform to Aspiring Artists

Nescafe, the coffee brand from Nestle is hoping that its venture ‘MTV Presents Nescafe Labs’, in association with MTV, serves as many as artists as possible (and also becomes as popular as MTV Coke Studio). The platform gives artists access to the best of mentors and resources in order to hone their special talent and […]

movie business

Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj is hot property in Tamil cinema right now

Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Karthi received rave reviews from critics as well as the audience, and a Hindi version of Karthi could be on its way. As per reports, Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Karthi will be made into a Hindi film, which will be produced by Dream Warrior Pictures and Reliance Entertainment. Details regarding the cast and crew are […]

kaabil watch controversy

Hrithik is wearing a ‘Braille Watch’ in the movie Kaabil, director hits back at trolls

Hrithik Roshan sporting a watch in Kaabil (despite being blind) is not a blunder says director Sanjay Gupta. Filmmakers spend a lot of time researching the topics on which they make films. They also ensure that every scene looks perfect, not just the camera angles, but also the costumes and props that the characters are […]

Gandhi with Chaplin

Mahatma Gandhi and Charlie Chaplin together in one frame (old picture)

A very rare picture of Mahatma Gandhi and Charlie Chaplin together in one frame. Back then Gandhi had fans all over the world, but Gandhi-ji had no clue who Charlie Chaplin was. During India’s struggle for freedom, Gandhi was revered not just in India, he had fans all over the world,including political leaders, authors, poets, […]

Aamir Khan in China

Chinese fans pay tribute to their new superstar ‘Aamir Khan’, dance to Dangal (video)

Is there anything that the Chinese love about India? Well, besides Yoga, they love Aamir Khan, and both are hugely popular in China right now. Gift from China to Aamir Khan, Chinese fans dance on Dangal song A tribute video is going viral with Aamir’s Chinese fans dancing to Dangal’s uber popular song ‘Dhaakad’. Aamir […]

Kabir Singh

Kabir Singh music tops the charts

The music of Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh is a hit and is hitting the right cord, especially with youngsters. Several composers have worked on the music, which seems to be the new trend in the Hindi film industry. Kabir Singh Full album Bekhayali song from Kabir Singh, pain and passion blended with melody If you […]

love triangles

Farhan Akhtar and Aditya Roy Kapur get into an ugly fight over Shraddha Kapoor

Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor got closer after doing Aashiqui 2 together. The film was a smash hit and the two were reportedly dating. However, both of them denied any such report. Then, after Farhan Akhtar and Shraddha Kapoor worked together in Rock On 2, there were strong rumours that the two are in […]

ki & ka movie

Ki & Ka Movie Review

Ki & Ka (The movie is about a young couple’s marriage and the challenges placed upon men and women in Indian society.) Director: R. Balki Producer: R. Balki, R K Damani, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, Sunil Lulla Cast: Kareena Kapoor as Kia Arjun Kapoor as Kabir Swaroop Sampat Rajit Kapur Amitabh Bachchan (cameo) Jaya Bachchan (cameo) Rajat […]

Bollywood Celebrities Who Studied Abroad in Foreign Universities

Do you now how qualified some of our Bollywood celebs are? You will be surprised to know that many have actually completed their higher education abroad, from reputed foreign universities. From time to time you will hear Bollywood celebrities giving out ‘stupid’ statements, which would make you think if they ever went to college (well, […]

movie business

Clash of the Titans: Salman’s Radhe to clash with Akshay’s Laxxmi Bomb and Fast and Furious 9

Clash of the Titans: Top big banners to clash at the box office. Salman Khans’s upcoming film Radhe will clash with Akshay Kumar’s Laxxmi Bomb and the next version of Fast and Furious. For the last several years, Salman Khan has been releasing his films on Eid, and this year also its not going to […]

Primary Sidebar

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING?

RECENT POSTS

Bollywood in Poland, Country with Medieval Hot Spots & Energetic Cities

Poland is located in the heart of Europe and is well known for its history, which is reflected in … [Read More...] about Bollywood in Poland, Country with Medieval Hot Spots & Energetic Cities

movie trailers

Top Forthcoming Bollywood Movies (& Trailers): Upcoming Entertainers for 2021

Want to know when the next entertainer of your favorite star is going to be released? Want to plan … [Read More...] about Top Forthcoming Bollywood Movies (& Trailers): Upcoming Entertainers for 2021

National Museum of Indian Cinema (NMIC)

Social Impact of Bollywood on Indian culture

Movies are one of the most influential tools of communication and society does learn a few things or … [Read More...] about Social Impact of Bollywood on Indian culture

bollywood rapes

Representation of women in Bollywood Films

Women in Bollywood films have been subject to stereotypes and objectification, and appeared in … [Read More...] about Representation of women in Bollywood Films

Music Scene in Saudi Arabia

How's the music Scene in Saudi Arabia. Is it really frowned upon? Read more here. Young musicians in … [Read More...] about Music Scene in Saudi Arabia

Shabana Azmi

Shabana Azmi: One of the finest actors of Indian cinema

Shabana Azmi, an alumnus of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) of Pune, made her film … [Read More...] about Shabana Azmi: One of the finest actors of Indian cinema

war movie

Here’s how much Hrithik Roshan was paid for his 2019 hit film ‘War’

Hrithik Roshan is a superstar in Bollywood and is among the highest paid actors in the film … [Read More...] about Here’s how much Hrithik Roshan was paid for his 2019 hit film ‘War’

sooryavanshi movie

Bollywood facing losses of 5000+ crore due to pandemic lockdown

Almost everybody associated with the film industry is despondent about the future. With COVID-19 … [Read More...] about Bollywood facing losses of 5000+ crore due to pandemic lockdown

Money Scandals

Indian film celebrities caught in Tax Controversies

In Bollywood and other film industries in India, there's a saying that "there's no business like the … [Read More...] about Indian film celebrities caught in Tax Controversies

celebrity endorsements

It’s 2020 and Bollywood is still obsessed with fair skin

Makers of the upcoming movie 'Khaali Peeli', starring Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter, are facing … [Read More...] about It’s 2020 and Bollywood is still obsessed with fair skin

Amazon Fashion

Useful Read

  • Who coined the term ‘Bollywood’?
  • Dadasaheb Phalke (Father of Indian Cinema)
  • Evolution of Hindi Films
  • Social Impact of Bollywood on Indian culture

Footer

Upcoming Bollywood Movies

  • Love Aaj Kal Movie
  • Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele Movie
  • Hawayein Movie
  • Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan Movie
  • The Hundred Bucks Movie
  • BHOOT: Part One – The Haunted Ship Movie
  • Haunted Hills Movie
  • 'O' Pushpa I Hate Tears Movie
  • Guns Of Banaras Movie
  • Thappad Movie

Bollywood Movie Reviews

  • Malang Review
  • Jawaani Jaaneman Review
  • Panga Review
  • Street Dancer 3D Review
  • Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior Review
  • Chhapaak Review
  • Good Newwz Review

Top Celebs

  • Ajay Devgn
  • Kajol
  • Saif Ali Khan
  • Shraddha Kapoor
  • Varun Dhawan
  • Deepika Padukone
  • Kangana Ranaut
  • Tabu
  • Aditya Roy Kapur
  • Disha Patani
  • Rajinikanth

About Us

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Write for Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Disclosure
  • Sitemap
  • Newsletter

Copyright © 2023 · News Pro on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in