Bagan Collection (#32)

View at sunset with horse cart and typical temple, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Astrologer giving a reading at the Shwe Zigon Pagoda, Bagan (Pagan) area, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

View from the Gayokpyemin Pagoda, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

View north from Gayokpyemin Pagoda across Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Gayokpyamin Pagoda, Bagan, Myanmar, Asia

Dhammayangyi Temple, Bagan, Myanmar, Asia

Pagoda guardian, Bupaya Pagoda, Bagan, Myanmar, Asia

Sapada Pagoda, Bagan, Myanmar, Asia

Anada Temple, Bagan, Myanmar, Asia

Temples and pagodas at dawn, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Alms on table to be distributed to monks, Ananda festival, Ananda Pahto (Temple) Old Bagan, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Monks waitng in a long line to collect alms, Ananda festival, Ananda Pahto (Temple), Old Bagan, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Pilgrims from the country camp with their bullock carts in the grounds around the temple, Ananda festival, Ananda Pahto (Temple), Old Bagan, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Carvings on the 18th century monastery of Nat Taung Kyaung (May-taung taik) thought to be the oldest wooden monastery in the area, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Novice monk sitting in window of 18th century wooden monastery of Nat Taung Kyaung (May-taung taik) thought to be the oldest wooden monastery in the area, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Ancient wooden monastery of Nat Taung Kyaung (May-taung Taik) thought to be the oldest wooden monastery in the area, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Shwezigon Paya, dating from the 11th century, between the villages of Nyaung U and Wetkyi-in, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Horse and cart beside lion statue at the entrance to the Shwezigon Paya, dating from the 11th century, between the villages of Nyaung U and Wetkyi-in, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Pagodas, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma)

Ananda Temple, Bagan (Pagan) area, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Standing Buddha statue, Ananda Pahto temple, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Golden spire on ancient temple in old Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma)

Standing Buddha, Ananda Pahto Temple, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Ananda and Thatbyinnyu Pahtos (temples), old Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma)

Gold gilded spire on ancient temple, old Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma)

Thatbyinnyu Pahto Temple at dusk, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma)

The temple of Ananda Pahto, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Shwesandaw Paya (Shwe Sandaw Pagoda) built in the 11th century, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma)

Ancient temples and pagodas at dusk, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

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Bagan, also known as Pagan, is a captivating city in Myanmar (Burma) that holds centuries of history and cultural significance. Its ancient temples and pagodas have attracted travelers from Marco Polo to modern-day adventurers. As the sun sets over the temples of Bagan, a breathtaking panorama unfolds before your eyes. The golden hues paint the sky, casting an ethereal glow on these architectural wonders. It's a sight that transports you back in time, immersing you in the rich heritage of this mystical land. One cannot miss the mesmerizing wall paintings inside Sulamani Pahto temple. These intricate artworks depict stories from Buddhist scriptures and provide a glimpse into the artistic prowess of ancient Burmese craftsmen. For those seeking an extraordinary experience, ballooning over Bagan at dawn is an absolute must-do. Floating above this archaeological site offers a unique perspective on its vastness and grandeur. November 2012 witnessed hot air balloons gracefully soaring amidst these majestic structures – truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Witnessing sunrise over Bagan is like witnessing magic unfold before your eyes. As darkness gives way to light, shadows dance across the landscape while temples emerge from their slumber – it's pure enchantment. Not limited to just sunrises and sunsets, even moonlight adds another layer of mysticism to Bagan's allure. Just like Sedona's moonlit beauty captivates visitors' hearts in Arizona, here too, under the moonlit sky, Bagan takes on an otherworldly charm. The historical monuments scattered throughout Bagan tell tales of bygone eras - Monuments 1818 and 1817 stand tall as reminders of past glory amidst this awe-inspiring landscape. Within UNESCO-protected sites lie treasures such as two novice monks engrossed in their studies beneath a towering Buddha statue or another young monk finding solace by studying near a window.