About
Htilominlo Temple stands in Old Bagan, in the Mandalay Region of Myanmar, among the many temples that give this ancient city its character. It is also known as the Htilominlo Pahto. Built in 1218 AD by King Htilominlo, it is a three-story temple, and it is valued for its original plaster carvings and glazed sandstone decorations.
What to look for
- Original plaster carvings that have survived on the temple's walls and surfaces
- Glazed sandstone decorations, which add colour and detail to the architecture
- Three levels to explore, each showing how the building was designed to rise above the plain
Why it matters
The temple is often described as representing the final flowering of Bagan architecture. For a visitor interested in how the city's builders worked, it offers a clear and well-preserved example of that late period, set alongside the older temples nearby.
Planning your visit
Because Htilominlo lies in Old Bagan, it fits naturally into a wider day of temple-visiting. The surrounding area is where most of the city's historic monuments are gathered, so you can combine a visit here with others in the same zone. To check current arrangements before you go, you can call the temple's listed contact number, +95-61-60644.
