Yangon (Rangoon) Attractions

Shwedagon Pagoda (Yangon)

Shwedagon pagoda is Myanmar's most famous sight, an iconic image of the country that stands as a highlight for any visitor to the region. The stupa is covered in genuine gold plates weighing an estimated 52 metric tones and topped with a 76 carat diamond. The temple was built between the 6th and 10th centuries although the site atop Singuttara Hill has been considered holy for over 2,500 years. Also know as the Golden Temple, Shwedagon is the most sacred site for Burmese Buddhists, and is a daily focus for worship and contemplation. Dress conservatively, with long pants and sleeves, and remove your shoes when entering the complex. Be discreet when using your camera.

Address: Singuttara Hill; Website: http://www.shwedagon.org; Opening time: Dawn; Admission: US$5