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Sagaing city is a historically and cultuarally rich city in Upper Myanmer located on the western bank of the Irrawaddy River,just about 20km southwest of Mandalay.It's a peaceful spiritual hub often referred to as the heart of Buddhist monasticism in the region .It was once the capital of Sagaing Kingdom (1315-1364), during the post-Bagan period and developed into a major center of Buddhist learning, meditation and spirituality.
Hsinbyume pagoda is a striking white Buddhist monument located in Mingum, Sagaing Region ,Myanmar and situated on the western bank of Irrawaddy river. The design is inspired by Mount Meru, mythical center of Buddhist comos.It features seven concentric terraces, each representing one of seven mountain ranges encircling Mount Meru, with wave-like railings symbolizing the oceans.
Kaunghmudaw pagoda is a stunning and historically significant Buddhist stupa located about 10km northwest of Sagaing city.It was distinguished by its unique egg-shaped dome,standing approximately 46m high withe a circumference of about 274m. Inside its arched base chamber sits an impressive 7.3m-tall Buddha state carved from solid white marble with a 2.4m diameter head.
Soonooponnyashin pagoda is a stunning Buddhist shrine perched atop Nya-pha Hill, second highest peak on Sagaing Hill. Founded in 1312 by U Pon Nya, a junior minister under King Thihathu, it has long been a revered monastic site.It is historic archetecture and featuring a classic bell-shaped stypa, richly restored terraces with gold leaf and colorful murals portraying Buddhist legends and Jataka tales.
Sagaing Hill, west of Mandalay across the Irrawaddy, is a center of meditation and Buddhist Hilltop studded with over 600 pagodas and monasteries and home to around 6,000 monks and nums ,drawing pilgrims and spiritual seekers for centuries.It is a breathing oasis of tranquility and devotion. Rising to about 231-240m ,it offers breathtaking panoramic views.
Sagaing Bridge,also known as the Ava Bridge, is a historic cantilever bridge spanning the Irrawaddy River in Myanmar. Originally constructed by the British in 1934 ,the bridge was destroyed during World War 2 and subsequently rebuilt in 1954 after Burma's independence. It served as the sole bridge across the Irrawaddy River for several decades until the completion of the Irrawaddy Bridge(Yadanabon) in 2008.
Sagaing University of Education(SUOE) is a public higher education institution located in Sagaing ,Myanmar. It was established in 1992 and is one of the main universities dedicated to teacher training in the country.Academic Prograns are Bachelor of Education (B.ED), Master of Education (M.Ed.), MPhil and PhD Degrees and Postgraduate Diploma in Multinedia Arts (PGDMA).
A signature Sagaing dish of soft chickpea tofu served with noodles, garlic oil, chili, and soy sauce.
A sticky rice delicacy with peanuts, sesame, and coconut, made during festivals.
A layered jelly dessert made from agar-agar, sugar, and coconut milk, popular in hot seasons.
Chickpea tofu cubes mixed with garlic oil, chili, lime, and fresh herbs for a tangy, spicy salad.
Fried locusts and grasshoppers are indeed a popular snack in the Sagaing Region of Myanmar, particularly in cities like Monywa.
Mont-lin-ma-yar, or “husband-and-wife pancakes,” is a beloved Burmese festival street snack made from rice batter, roasted sesame, green peas, and occasionally coconut milk or quail eggs.
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Happy Hotel
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3-star hotel
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