Mahamuni Buddha Temple

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by Photo Dharma from Sadao, Thailand

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The Mahamuni Buddha Temple, located in Mandalay, Myanmar, is one of the country's most revered Buddhist pilgrimage sites. The temple is home to the Mahamuni Buddha image, a highly venerated statue that is believed to be one of only a few likenesses of the Buddha made during his lifetime. Covered in thick layers of gold leaf applied by devotees over the centuries, the statue is a striking example of Buddhist artistry and devotion.

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