Kyauktawgyi Pagoda

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Kyauktawgyi Pagoda in Amarapura, Myanmar, is a significant Buddhist temple known for its impressive architecture and religious importance. Constructed in 1847 by King Pagan Min, the pagoda is modeled after the Ananda Temple in Bagan and features a central large Buddha statue carved from a single block of white marble. This statue, which gives the pagoda its name (Kyauktawgyi means "Great Marble Buddha"), is an extraordinary example of Burmese craftsmanship. Surrounding the main structure, you'll find intricate carvings and a series of smaller stupas.

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