Golden symbol of Buddhism

The Shwedagon Pagoda - the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar Shwedagon Pagoda is a unique building, a monument of Buddhist culture, located in the capital, Yangon, Myanmar. This iconic monument is located to the west of the lake on a mountain top Kandodzhui Singuttara. The pagoda is situated at the highest point in Yangon, 51 meters above sea level. This beautiful building is the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Here, relics of four Buddhas and eight hairs from the head of Gautama. Legend tells of the Shwedagon, the two brothers met with the Burmese by Gautama Buddha. He gave them eight of his hairs to ensure that they were kept in Burma. The height of the pagoda is 98 meters According to legend, the Shwedagon Pagoda was built 2500 years ago, archaeologists confirmed that the unique religious building was established between X and VI centuries. BC. er. The question of when it was built the sacred complex, is still open, according to the annals of Buddhist monks, he was elevated to the death of Gautama Buddha in 486 BC Dungeons Shwedagon also overgrown with legends. There is a tradition that they are protected by rotating swords and sabers, and that some of them can reach the territory of Thailand. To beautify the 98 meter gilded pagoda building was spent almost 9 tons of the precious metal. The top of the pagoda, the base area which is 433 square meters, is richly decorated with precious stones. Pagoda such huge that it can be seen from a distance of 70 km. Pagoda Shvegadon seen for 70 miles in the pagoda are four entrances to the some parts of it can come only by men, and some - just the monks. Unique construction is based upon the height of 6,4 meters and surrounded by 64 small towers. Everywhere there are statues of sphinxes, the mythical creatures polulvov-polugrifonov. External towers of the stupa consists of four rooms, each of which stands a statue of Buddha. Here, the faithful leave the sacrificial gifts. Last pagoda was subjected to restoration in 1871 during the reign of King Mindona. According to another legend, many centuries ago, the building was built by King Okalapa one hand. Buddha Statue Shvendagon repeatedly mentioned in the rich history of Burma. One day, British officials refused to remove their shoes inside the pagoda, triggering a wave of indignation that led to the attainment of independence in Burma. Visitors should bear in mind that inside the building are prohibited all kinds of shoes (even socks). Before entering the pagoda must remove their shoes and socks, they can be left in a special wardrobe or take in a plastic bag. Also, there are limitations for some styles of clothing. Strictly prohibited from entering the building in shorts, mini skirts, revealing clothing. See also other materials on religious buildings: The study of photographic art in China policy has prevented international recognition masterpiece Safe Tourism in totalitarian countries the state landmark, the country of ancient pagodas and monasteries This decoration of northern Thailand Popular tourist areas of Southeast Asia Where are the statues in the Valley of Thailand Bougmez in Morocco