About
The Shwesandaw Pagoda stands in Old Bagan, in the Mandalay Region of Myanmar. It is a shrine also known as Shwesandaw Paya, and it is one of the few pagodas in Bagan where visitors are permitted to climb to the upper terraces.
What to expect
The pagoda was built in 1057 AD and houses sacred Buddha relics, so it is a place of worship as well as a historic monument. Visitors who make the climb are rewarded with wide views across the plain of temples that gives Bagan its character, and the upper terraces are a popular place to watch the sun go down.
- A climb to the upper terraces, which few Bagan pagodas allow
- Sunset views over the surrounding temple landscape
- A sacred site housing Buddha relics, to be approached with respect
Planning your visit
Shwesandaw sits in Old Bagan, so it fits naturally into a day spent exploring the area's temples on foot or by bicycle or cart. Because the appeal is largely the view at the end of the day, it suits visitors who plan to stay for sunset. For questions before you travel, the contact listed for the site is +95-61-60644.
