Ancient Buddhist temples and golden pagoda in Bagan Archaeological Zone, Myanmar
Multiple ancient Buddhist temples with brick stupas and a golden pagoda stand in the Bagan Archaeological Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage site in central Myanmar, on an overcast afternoon.
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The Temple Plains of Bagan
The ancient landscape of Bagan stretches across the dry plains of central Myanmar, where over 3,500 Buddhist temples, pagodas, and monasteries were constructed between the 9th and 13th centuries during the height of the Bagan Kingdom.
This scene captures the architectural diversity of the complex, featuring weathered brick stupas with conical spires alongside a gleaming golden pagoda, demonstrating the blend of aged monuments and actively maintained sacred sites.
Visitors explore the archaeological zone via dirt paths, where modern vehicles park near temples that have witnessed over 800 years of history, earthquakes, and restoration efforts.
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