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MANDALAY
Mandalay, the capital city of the last reigning dynasty of Konbaung Kings,
is situated on the eastern bank of the Ayeyarwaddy River in central
Myanmar. To the east, there are the blue Shan mountain ranges, which
give the city a physical dignity. To the west, there is Myanmar's life
stream, the mighty Ayeyarwaddy, flowing by.
It is now the second capital and center of Myanmar's art, cultures and
learning Buddhism . The exquisite tapestry works, stone sculpture, the
traditional art of gold leaf home industry are worth a visit. Mandalay can
boast of the largest standing during the reign of the benevolent King Mindon, he had commanded the experts to chisel the entire scriptures of
Tipitaka on 729 stone slabs in 1857. The mammoth book still serves as
reference to the learners in Buddhist teachings.
Other interesting places are the Mahamuni Holy Image, the Mandalay Hill,
and the Sagaing Hill where Buddhist Sangha and nuns lead a peaceful
secluded life of meditation. |
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