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Three Novice Monks at Hsinbyume Pagoda

The famous white temple in Mandalay is the "Hsinbyume Pagoda" or "Myatheindan Pagoda." It's an iconic Buddhist temple with unique whitewashed architecture resembling the mythical Mount Meru. Commissioned by King Bagyidaw in 1816 in memory of his wife, Princess Hsinbyume, the temple symbolizes the seven mountain ranges encircling Mount Meru. Its design represents Buddhist cosmology and is adorned with intricate details, reflecting Mandalay's rich cultural heritage and spiritual significance.

 

 

 

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Uploaded on January 4, 2024
Taken on October 24, 2023