Page 37 - Nepal Bhutan Myanmar 22 Day Sample Itinerary

This afternoons touring includes some of the city's most interesting temples and palaces. Begin with a visit to Mahamuni Pagoda with its spectacular Buddha image covered with thick layers of gold leaves. Continue to Shwenandaw Monastery (Shwe Kyaung), the Golden Teak Monastery. Built entirely of golden teak, this intricately carved wooden monastery was once a part of the Mandalay Palace, used as private apartments by King Mindon and his chief queen. Visit Kuthodaw Pagoda, known also as the world’s biggest book. Around the central stupa are miniature pavilions, each housing a slab of marble. Numbering altogether 729, these slabs are inscribed with the entire Tri pitaka or Buddhist scriptures. Enjoy the spectacular sunset at Mandalay Hill, 755 feet in elevation. Mandalay Hill commands a magnificent view of the city and the surrounding countryside. (Breakfast) Overnight: Rupar Mandalar Resort – Deluxe Room