Ananda Pagoda
Buddhist Temple and Historic and Protected Site
Old Bagan
"natural spotlight on the Buddha as the architecture"(6 Tips)"strong Indian influence whereas the later copies"(3 Tips)"Another classic temple of Bagan."(2 Tips)
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Simple DiscoveriesAugust 15, 2016Another classic temple of Bagan. For an authentic experience, explore off the beaten track by bike to see some of the smaller temples. Nonetheless, be sure to spot all 4 of the Buddha figures inside.Upvote3Downvote- Brian LinJuly 7, 2013Note the facial features of the 4 Buddhas - the original ones have a strong Indian influence whereas the later copies show more Chinese influence
Upvote2Downvote - Brian LinJuly 7, 2013Ask your guide to switch off the artificial lights momentarily so you can experience the natural spotlight on the Buddha as the architecture had originally envisioned. You'd floored by the drama.
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Enzo MartinelliJune 4, 2017One of the most beautiful building in Bagan with spectacular Buddha statuesUpvote1Downvote- Cheen The CuriousFebruary 29, 2020Look for an umbrella covering the top of the small pagoda. Known as "hti", it is an ornament found in almost all pagodas in Myanmar. Source: Wikipedia
UpvoteDownvote - Cheen The CuriousFebruary 23, 2020While the Mon architecture of Burmese origin is noted, strong influence of Indian Architecture from many temples of Bengal and Orissa is very clear. Source: Wikipedia
UpvoteDownvote - Cheen The CuriousFebruary 23, 2020Did u know? The name "Ananda" is derived from the Venerable Ananda, Buddha's first cousin, personal secretary, 1 of his many principal disciples & a devout attendant. Source: WikipediaUpvoteDownvote
Noah WeissDecember 3, 2017Probably the single most stunning pagoda in all of Bagan. Worth exploring for an hour.
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Monica DesaiDecember 3, 2017Definitely the most beautiful and restored - you'll spend a while hereUpvote1Downvote
They said this is the most beautiful temple of Bagan,but i think it is just ok.Big,cóntruction&material are awesome,but not beautiful.Should not visit at noon,too hot for bare foot on the cement floor
UpvoteDownvote- Brian LinJuly 7, 2013Legend has it that the Ananda temple was inspired by a vision described to King Kyanzittha by 8 Indian monks of a Himalayan cave temple.
Upvote2Downvote - Brian LinJuly 7, 2013Keep your eyes fixed on the Buddha's smile as you approach him from afar - you'll find him getting progressively more serious and stern.
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mokin27August 14, 2012Ananda Pagoda is estimated to be a monument of the early 12th Century. It is one of the finest, largest, best preserved and most revered of the Bagan Pagodas.
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Yone LJune 23, 2015The interior design and outdoor is very beautiful especially if you take your time to look over the muralsUpvoteDownvote- Brian LinJuly 7, 2013The King was so awe-struck by the vision that he executed the architecture himself to ensure that it could not be duplicated.
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Alan x el mundoNovember 21, 2018La Pagoda más famosa de Bagan. Recién restaurada brilla de blancura. Mejor visitarla temprano por la mañana para evitar los grupos.
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Edwin Garcia OrtegaApril 21, 2018Son mas de 10mil templos hermosos esos paisajes áridos vistos desde un globo
UpvoteDownvote- Chùa đẹp nhất ở Bagan,quy mô hoành tráng,decor kĩ lưỡng,tuy nhiên 1 là đi sớm hẳn 2 là đi muộn hẳn chứ đi giữa trưa trên sàn xi măng nóng cực kì.Có dịch vụ dán vàng lên thân tượng phật nhỏ (1000kyat)UpvoteDownvote
Mike TopApril 11, 2019Для меня пагода номер два в Багане после Швезигона. Отлично сохранилась.UpvoteDownvote
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