Tourists photograph sunrise over ancient Buddhist temples in Bagan archaeological zone, Myanmar
Groups of tourists gather on a temple terrace to photograph sunrise over the Bagan archaeological zone, with thousands of ancient Buddhist temples and stupas scattered across the Myanmar plains.
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The Ancient Kingdom at Dawn
As the sun rises over the Irrawaddy plains, visitors from around the world gather atop centuries-old Buddhist temples to witness one of Southeast Asia's most spectacular sunrise views. The golden light illuminates over 2,000 surviving ancient structures.
A Living Archaeological Wonder
Bagan served as the capital of the Pagan Kingdom from the 9th to 13th centuries, when more than 10,000 Buddhist temples were constructed. Today, this UNESCO World Heritage Site remains one of Myanmar's most significant cultural and spiritual destinations.
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