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Top 10 Outstanding Facts about Nga Htat Gyi Pagoda

Buddha Statue at Nga Htat Gyi Pagoda at Yangon by Arttantra/Wikimedia Commons

The Nga Htat Gyi Buddha temple is a Buddhist temple in Yangon known for its enormous seated image of the Buddha.

The giant seated Buddha in the temple was donated by Prince Minyedippa. The pagoda is located in the Ashay Tawya monastery.

This pagoda is typical architecture of a Buddhist Pagoda, the statue is great, gigantic, and impressive.

The space in the temple is quiet and peaceful which is suitable for anyone who wants to find a silent area.

If you visit the temple, it is a good place to meditate, the seated Buddha image is one of the most extraordinary relics to admire as you tour Yangon

1. The temple is located in Ashay Twaya monastery a beautiful place to come and meditate

Atumashi monastery by Kotraveller/

The temple is located in Ashay Tawya Monastery and has become a Myanmar tourist destination that is very attractive and suitable.

The Ngahtatgyi Buddha temple is in Bahan township it is located off Shwegondine road. The pagoda was constructed next to Chauk Htat Gyi’s reclining Buddha

This great temple will give you different feelings as you discover the beauty of the place, you will be surprised by what the place brings to you as a visitor.

The best time to visit the temple is in the morning at sunrise or in the evening at sunset when the weather is a bit pleasant.

2. Nga Htat Gyi a five-story Buddha wearing a splendid royal golden robe

Buddha Statue at Nga Htat Gyi Pagoda at Yangon by Arttantra/Wikimedia Commons

When you get to the temple it’s protected by two lions in the great white and yellow chinthe. The is topped with a multi-tiered Hti.

The Nga HtatGyi image in Royal regalia wearing a golden robe, the image is also known as the five-story Buddha measures fourteen meters high.

Several small Pagodas, the Kuti, and the monks living quarters around the structure. The lips and nails of the Buddha statue are painted red.

It has an ornamental spire shaped like an umbrella, The path to the temple is decorated with all paintings explaining Buddhist hell.

When you arrive at the temple, you will be impressed by the remarkable buddha statue wearing a splendid royal costume.

3. Chauk Htat Gyi the largest Buddha in a reclining position 

The enormous sixty-five-meter-long Buddha is in the reclining position of his last dying days. Buddhist people pay respect to the reclining Buddha burning incense and offering flowers.

Chauk Htat Gyi Buddha image is surrounded by several shrines, one for each of the eight days of the week in Asian astrology.

The reclining Buddha image is decorated with very expressive colors, white face, red lips, blue eye shadow, golden robe, and fingernails.

One of the largest Buddha in Burma the construction was sponsored by a wealthy Burmese Buddhist Sir Po Tha.

The old Buddha image was demolished and temple trustees began work to replace the image under the supervision of U Thaung a master artisan from Tayoy.

The image has a few inscribed plaques in English and Burmese that contain information about Buddhism and the teachings of Buddha.

4. Shwedagon Pagoda is also known as the Great Dragon Pagoda it’s the most sacred

Shwedagon Pagoda by Bjørn Christian Tørrissen/

The Shwedagon Pagoda is situated on Singuttara hill in the center of Yangon and is the most sacred Buddhist stupa in Myanmar.

It is one of the most important religious reliquary monuments in the world, the Pagoda is also known as the Great Dagon Pagoda.

The Pagoda is the most sacred Buddhist Pagoda in Myanmar and is believed to contain relics of the four previous Buddhas of the present Kapla.

The formal name of the Shwedagon Pagoda is Shwedagon Zedi Daw which translates to the Great Golden Mount Stupa.

The first thing visitors will notice in the remarkable building is the brilliant and intricate it is covered in gold place and decorated with over four thousand diamonds.

5. Bahan is one of the most prosperous townships in Yangon 

Bahan is one of the most prosperous townships in Yangon, the township comprises twenty-two wards.

The township shares borders with Yankin township and Mayangon township in the north, Sangchaung and Kamayut township in the West.

6. Shinpyu Ceremony is a common family event where boys are inducted into the monastic life

The ceremony inducts from five to fifteen boys and that is why it’s called the Shinpyu ceremony, most boys participate in this first entry into monastic life.

This is a common event, as a family earns great merit when a son forsakes his childhood life and dons the robe of the monk.

Few novices remain long enough to take their ordained vows, but clearly, the initiation of the novice is cause for a huge celebration.

7. Opening Hours at the Pagoda is open from 6 am to 8 pm for tourists to visit

The Nga Htat Gyi Pagoda is open from 6 am to 8 pm the best time to visit is sunrise or sunset when the weather is pleasant.

Women need to cover their shoulders at all times and wear knee-length attire. Sleeveless shirts and shorts are not allowed for both men and women.

Removing socks and shoes is mandatory before entering the temple to respect the culture and history of the temple.

8. Entrance fee 2000 kyat inclusive of a cold water bottle the fee is used for upkeep

The entrance fee is US$2 or 2000 Kyat this is inclusive of a cold-water bottle, the fee is used for the upkeep and restoration of the Pagoda.

The temple has a large bell hanging down the pavilion ceiling held by a Naga snake, a mythological animal believed to protect Buddhism.

9. Inya Lake the largest lake in Yangon a peaceful atmosphere for a tourist 

Inya Lake, Yangon by Go-Myanmar/

Inya lake is the largest lake in Yangon Burma a popular recreational area for Yangonites famous location for romance in popular culture.

With a peaceful atmosphere and picturesque landscape, a lake is now a public place for many people to relax and enjoy the fresh air.

Inya lake in Yangon is the largest artificial lake which is five times larger than Kandawgyi, the southwestern shore of the lake there is a park.

The artificial lake was built by the British colonial government, the lake is a sumptuous site where tourists can simply enjoy a stroll on the weekend.

10. Inya Hotel located in Yangon is a recreational hotel where tourists can enjoy

This is a nice hotel where tourists can book as they enjoy historical sites and temples in Bahan.

Out of many recreational opportunities, the hotel has an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis court, and sauna to enjoy.

Additional features the hotel has is wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shop room service are also available.

Nearby there is an Orchid restaurant where one can enjoy international cuisines, the complimentary buffet is also available.