Shwezigon Pagoda, Situated about half a mile west of Nyaung U, Shwezigon Pagoda has three terraces, bell shape, embossed circular rings, down-turned and up-turned lotus petals, celestials stairways and so forth, like a sacred reliquary of typical early Bagan architecture, built by King Anawrahta of Bagan, as guided by Shin Arahan in 421 ME, finished by King Kyansittha, enshrining various relics of Buddha. At its four facades were all standing-posture images of Buddha. It has nine wonders:

(1) Its umbrella being stead-fast without being fastened without being fastened with cable
(2) Its shadow not extending beyond its walls
(3) Gold leaf papers dropped from atop not getting beyond the walls
(4) Its walled envious never being congested regardless of number of pilgrims
(5) No human could be the first in offering food at the first bowl
(6) The stupa seeming to be higher than it is
(7) The drum sounded from one side is not heard from the other
(8) No rainwater remains within the walls
(9) The star flower plants bear flowers all year round.

Tantkyitaung Pagoda, It is among Bagan pagodas, as it was one among four enshrining tooth relics of Lord Buddha, although it lies across the Ayeyarwaddy River in Pakokku District, Magway Division. It was built by King Anawrahta in 397 ME on Tantkyi Hill, where the royal white elephant bearing the tooth relics rested for the second time. Thankyitaung Pagoda is 90 feet high with the base of 60 feet. It nine tiers of umbrella contained a silve vane and the diamond bud. It has been renovated in successive periods. It has an image of Lord Buddha, a statue of Shin Ananda and that of the guardian of the forest.

Tuyintaung Pagoda, It is the fourth Tooth Relic Pagoda built in the year 421, illustrating Bagan sasana and Bagan arts ad prowess. It is known by the various names given to the hill atop which it is situated. It was the fourth place where the royal elephant bearing the Sacred Tooth Relics rested for the fourth time. It was also in the locality where King Alaung Sithu had demonstrated his prowess in horsemanship and martial arts even at old age. The place was adorned with rock buildings and sculptures. It is situated at about six miles southeast of Bagan, west of Nyaung U Kyaukpadaung motor road. It also seemed to demarcate the boundary of Bagan. It also appeared as a natural wall for the city state. From Tuyin Hill one can have a view of another Sacred Relic Pagoda atop Tantkyi Hill on the other bank of Ayeyarwaddy River.

Ananda Temple, Ananda Temple is one of the finest, largest and best preserved of the Bagan temples. It was built by King Kyanzittha in 1105 AD and contains statues of Buddha and stone sculptures of exquisite workmanship representing various scenes in Buddha's life. It is one of few hollow pagodas and is perfectly proportioned temple that holds the stylistic end of the Early Bagan period and the beginning of the Middle period. The Ananda Temple built after the Shwezigon in 1090 is the masterpiece of the early temple architecture. There are four huge Buddha images in the standing position and eighth reliefs depicting the life of the Buddha from his Birth to his Enlightenment.

Alodawpyi Phaya, It was built by King Kyansittha in the year 426. It lies on Anawrahta Road. In the reign of King Anawrahta, Kyansittha was his commander-in-chief general. At that site he prayed for victory, for peace from all dangers and for a chance to promote the Sasana. His wisher were fulfilled and hence the name of the pagoda 'wish-fulfilling pagoda' that was built with the guidance of Ashin Arahan. An ink writing of 16 lines on the wall in Gandha Kutitaik says it was renovate over 100 years after that by a monk named Ngatokthin. It is a single-entrance cave pagoda. On the walls inside can be ink writings of Bagan Period of over 100 sutta desanas and murals of Buddha giving sermons.

Hgnet Pyit Taung Zedi, Hnget Pyit Taung is about half a mile south east of Nyaung U. The zedi was built by King Pyusawhti on the hill by that name in 92 ME in early Bagan period. The hill was only about 25 feet high. It was the place the King shot the giant bird, one of the scourges at that time. Inside the zedi there were art works depicting the life of King Pyusawhti. By the side of the road to the zedi, there is a zedi called Sappadaw and in the vicinity, another called Sappada Zedi. Near the Hnget Pyit Taung zedi, it is said there are over a thousand tunnels built and dedicated by King Narapati Sithu.

Kandawpalin Phaya, It is a looming edifice on the bank of Ayeyarwaddy River, by the motor road in the east of the amcient city of Bagan. It was also called Kandawpalin Temple. Kantawpalin P haya built there in the year 565 by King Narapate Sithu. It was completed only in 588 by son Zeya Theinkha.

Htilominlo Temple, It is situated near Upali Ordination Hall east of Bagan-Nyaung U motor road, about a mile east Bagan. It was built in AD 1211 by king Nadaungmya (Htilominlo), the youngest of the five sons of King Narapati Sithu. The king put the royal umbrella at the centre of the five sons positioned in circle and took an oath for the umbrella to bend towards the one who should be King. The umbrella bent towards Zeya Thinkha. Thus he was known as Hitilominlo, meaning favoured by the Royal Umbrella as went as the king. When the prince became king; he built the pagoda at the venue of the Royal Umbrella. It is the only Bagan pagoda. It was among the last-built of the great pagodas and temples of Bagan.

Nagayon Pyaya, It was built in early Bagan erod, about three furlongs form Myin Kaba Village, opposite of Apaiyadana Phaya. It was styled like Ananda Phaya in sloped roofs, corner stupas and upper parts. At the centre is a statue of Buddha in standing mudra, shaded at the top by the hood of a serpent. It was said to be built by King Kyansittha to mark the place where he was safeguarded by a serpent as he fell asleep while on the run form the danger of King Sawlu. Its still has Bagan period sculptures, and works of art still in their original artistry.

Sulamani Temple, It is on the way to Minnanthu Village about 1 ½ miles south-east of Bagan It was built in 1183 by King Narapatisithu. It is a cave pagoda and massive in structure. Its entrance was decorated superb architectural works of art. There are also wall ink writings of later Innwa and Konbaung Periods. At 15th century writing said it was named Zawta Mani Ruby Brilliance Pagoda. Legend had it that the King spotted the place exuding ruby-like brilliance and was inspired to build a pagoda there but it happened to be a gorge so he had it filled with earth despite his mentor monk's entreaties. The monk was about to leave the kingdom when the king begged for forgiveness and sought advice to build the pagoda.

Archaelolgical Museum, The museum run by Archaeological Department is situated near the Gawdawpalin Temple. A large open shed and courtyard houses Buddha images in stone, bronze and wood, door guardian figures, stucco decorative elements and lithic slabs, notably the famous four-faced Myazedi inscriptions in Pyu, Pali. Mon and Myanmar. One sculpture depicts Buddha's descent from Tavatimsa heaven attended by two guardians discovered in the debris within a small temple. The main museum houses two bronze lotuses with a miniature Maha Bodhi type temple in one, and stupa in the other. A small, exquisite dolomite slab depicts the eight principle Buddhist scenes round the main image representing Buddha in the moment of Enlightenment. It has a collection of more than 2,000 items including Buddha statues, stucco pieces, terra-cotta cups and pots. Open daily except Monday and public holidays.

Mt. Popa, It is a 1500 metre high extinct volcano. The mountain stands in a perpendicular rock formation with almost vertical sides. It is a legendary home of the nats or spirits. The Mt. Popa area has also been designated as a National Park, one of the popular ecotourism destinations in Myanmar. Mt. Popa is located about 50 km southeast of Bagan ad 651 km north of Yangon. Mt. Popa hosts two major Natpwe (spirit festiva l), one in the May/June and other in November / December. Spirit possession and overall drunken ecstasy are still part of the celebration.

Lokananda Pagoda, Lokananda Pagoda is on the bank of River Ayeyarwaddy near Thiripyitsays Village south of Bagan, a place where there used to be a ferry landing in ancient times. It was the third stupa enshrining the Tooth Relic of Buddha. It was built by King Anawrahta in AD 1059 and said to be the most extraordinary among all. Legend has it that the king himself had borne the Sacred Relic on his head as hewaded neck-deep in the water in conveying it there for enshrinement. It is now over 900 years old and there has never been erosion of the river bank at that place. Even when the river is swollen by torrents, the water level never reaches the platform of the pagoda. And strangely enough, Tthitkanet trees alien to Bagan climate are growing there. From Fromkj the pagoda platform one can get a breath-taking panoramic view of the river in the north-west and some parts of Bagan in the east.

Gubyaukgyi Temple, The Gawdawpalin is a double-storeyed temple in the Late Style. It is square in plan, with porticoes on all four sides, but with the eastern portico projecting further than the others. Each of the two storeys is surmounted by three receding terraces, which are ornamented with crenellated parapets and corner stupas. A curvilinear spire rises above the upper terraces and is crowned by a slim, tapering stupa. In the ground storey, a vaulted corridor runs around a central block against whose four sides are placed images of the Buddha. A narrow flight of stairs built into the thickness of the walls provides access to the upper storey here there is another seated image of the Buddha, facing east.

Mahabodhi Temple, It was built in 1215 by King Zeya Theinkha (a) Htilo Minlo. It is in the south-east of Buphaya in Bagan. Its structure was different, rising pyramid-like on a plinth. It was believed to be styled after a model of a zedi enshrining sacred relics in Majjima Desa. It was surrounded by six envircling zedis. The seven together were believed to present the seven sacred places graced by the Buddha in Bodhagaya.

The Thatbyinnyu Temple, a white stucoo building, is the Bagan's highest pagoda. It was built by King Alaungsithu in mid-12th century. The view form its terraces is spectacular both at dawn and dusk.

Mahabodhi Temple, It was built in 1215 by King Zeya Theinkha (a) Htilo Minlo. It is in the south-east of Buphaya in Bagan. Its structure was different, rising pyramid-like on a plinth. It was believed to be styled after a model of a zedi enshrining sacred relics in Majjima Desa. It was surrounded by six envircling zedis. The seven together were believed to present the seven sacred places graced by the Buddha in Bodhagaya.

Dhammayangyi Temple, One of the most massive temples of Bagan, the Dhammayangyi can be seen from quite a distance from all directions. It is also noted for its fine brickwork, the bricks fitting so close together that there is hardly any space between. In plan, the Dhammayangyi resembles the Ananda, a square, with porticoes projecting on all four sides to form a Greek cross.

Dhammayazika, It was built in 1196 by King Narapate Sithu. It is in the south of Sulamani Zedi in Thamahti Ward west of West Pwasaw village. It has five terraces and it is the biggest of all 16 five-fronted pagodas in Bagan. In it are five bronze Buddha Images meant to represent five Buddhas prophesied for the present Buddha World. Inscriptions also speak of enshrinement of four relics of Buddha obtained from the King of Sri Lanka. On the various terraces are glazed figures of 550 Jataka stories and life stories up to attainment of Enlightenment.

Shwesandaw enshrines the Buddha's Hair presented to King Anawrahta by the King of Pegu (Bago) in lower Myanmar. The five receding terraces are accessible on all four sides by flights of steps. This pagoda built by King Anawrahta in early 11th century displays a strong Mon influence with a steep stairway directly to the terraces for a superb view from the upper level.

Bupaya Pagoda, It is on a promontory on the bank of the river at Bagan. Its two spiraling diamond-top rows and the river make fine scenery against the natural background. It was built by the third King Pyusawhti of Bagan. It had a base rock that looked like a gourd. Gone were its ancient decorations, replaced by later mosaics of glass and gold. Standing on the brink of the Ayeyarwaddy River, the Bupaya Pagoda is a conspicuous landmark for travelers along the river. The name itself means Crowning Jewel or Small Ruby. It was the first and most important temple of the late period (1170-1300) of Bagan monument building. This pagoda with bulbous dome resembling the ''Bu'' or gourd is a favorite spot for visitors to watch the sunset.

Manuha, It is the biggest, most well-known of all in Myinkaba Village. In 1059, captive king Manuha under king Anawrahta sold a jewel of his and built this pagoda. On the upper terrace are 37 small stupas. Inside is Buddha statue in Bhumi Phassa Mudra, flanked by two smaller statues on its sides. At the back is a reclining statue of Buddha at Parinbbana. The statue inside nearly fills the cavity. The bowl in front is equally big. The statue in a tight situation in the cave was taken to mean the captive king's predicament.

Sale (Sa-Lay), It is a small town about 15km south of Bagan down the Ayeyarwaddy River. U Pone Nya Musum, formerly the Yoke Sone Monastery, exhibits antique laquerwares, wooden relief and a large standing gilded Buddha image. The figures carved outside the front of the building are worth seeing. An other place worth visiting is Tha-ta- na Kyaung (Keyther monastery) w here Tipitaka texts are housed in a large red lacquered cabinet.