Well known for its spectacular landscape of hundreds of pagodas, Bagan is exactly a spot where you will already see a large number of pagodas as far as the eye can see while descenting. In addition to thousands of pagodas, Bagan also attracts travelers for other reasons. Indochina holidays
Tharabar Gate
Tharabar Gate – source: wikimapia.org
Built in 849 A.D during the ninth century, Tharabar Gate is the primary gate of the east wall and the only structure remained of the ancient city established by King Pyinbya. There were officially twelve gates during that period, the western and northern sites of the city wall were collapsed by the river. Tharabar means “shielded against arrows”, based on the Pali term “Sarabhanga”.
Even though most of the structure is not kept, they still can find stucco carvings of the ogres. It is believed that spiritual beings guard the gate. The brother “Lord of the Great Mountain” stands on the left side while the sister “Golden face” situated on the right side. Myanmar tours packages
Like most historical monument, Tharabar Gate’s twosome has a tragic story. A king married Lady Golden Face to attract attention of her brother Lord Handsome, whom made him feared, out of hiding. When the Handsome was burned at the stake, his sister also jumped in; only her face was prevented from the fire. Being the best-preserved remains of the 9th-century wall, the Tharabar Gate is worth paying a visit.
Nan Paya
Nan Paya – source: panoramio.com
Situated in Myinkaba (a village standing to the south of Bagan) in Burma, the Nan Paya Temple is a Hindu temple. Being adjacent to the Manuha Temple and built by captive Thaton Kingdom King Makuta, this temple was built of a combination of mud mortar, brick and stone, especially noteworthy is the beautiful perforated stone windows.
Built in the 12th century by Manuha’s grand-nephew known as Prince Naga Thaman, the Nan Paya is one of four Bagan sandstone monuments. The temple includes four-faced Brahma carved on the four main stone pillars in the heart of the sanctuary.
Four square pillars in the central hall with bas-relief carvings of the small but lovely structure is the special point of interest. The pillars interior are covered of solid stone while the outside walls with 10 inches of stone beautifully carved in places. Exquisitely carved motifs, figures, and mythical creatures including the Maggan are used to decorate this temple.
Eight big images of Brahma coming with eight panels of flowers, all wonderfully carved are situated on the pillars. The stones are created in the similar kind of a greenish, fine-grained and solid sandstone that were used to build the 11th century Kyaukgu Umin Temple. Using the similar material means that the two temples were built almost simultaneously.
Starbeam Bistro
Starbeam bistro – source: tripadvisor.in
Situated not far from the Ananda Pahto, this garden bistro which was set up by Chef Tin Myint who had several years experience working with the Orient-Express hotel group is a unique restaurant where you can enjoy stunning dishes. Dishes served here consist of Rakhine fish curry, fresh market specialties, unique authentic salads including avocado and tea leaf as well as traditional baguettes and sandwiches, best accompanied by a healthy blend or fresh juice.
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