Bagan is the present-day standard Burmese pronunciation of the Burmese word Pugan (ပုဂံ), derived from Old Burmese Pukam (ပုကမ်). Its classical Pali name is Arimaddanapura …

Bagan, the ancient city of over 2,000 temples and pagodas, is not only a place of historical and spiritual significance but also a vibrant hub for traditional festivals that reflect the deep-rooted …

Mar 28, 2025 · Bagan is located in central Myanmar, about 110 miles (180 km) southwest of Mandalay city. The most popular way to get to Bagan is by air or road, although you can also …

Bagan (or Pagan) is the ancient capital city of the first Burmese empire, situated on the eastern banks of the Irrawaddy (officially Ayeyarwady) River, roughly 180km downstream (or south …

Jul 6, 2019 · While the evidence of practices of merit-making are common in many Buddhist sites and areas, the influences established in the Bagan period, and the scale and diversity of …

Jun 11, 2025 · Bagan, located on the banks of the Ayeyarwady (Irrawaddy) River, is home to the largest and densest concentration of Buddhist temples, pagodas, stupas, and ruins in the …

Bagan, the ancient capital of the first Burmese empire, is home to over 2,000 Buddhist temples, pagodas, and monasteries built between the 9th and 13th centuries. At its peak, the Bagan …

You can visit Bagan all year round as there is no actual rainy season like in the lower parts of Myanmar. With more than 1,500 years of history, beautiful local art, such as lacquer ware, …

Bagan travel guide covers the top attractions and best things to do, see and eat in the city with tours, restaurants and accommodations.

Bagan is the main attractions and the most remarkable sights not only in Myanmar but also in Southeast Asia. It was the capital of a powerful ancient kingdom in the olden days.