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Aug 12, 2012
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Patricia Irish

Schwedegon Pagoda

Hundreds of smaller stupas surround the central Schwedegon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar. This year marks its 2,600 year anniversary celebration. It is the respository of 8 hairs of the Buddha, and is one of Buddhisms major holy temples. A must do in Yangon.

 
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Schwedegon Pagoda, Yangon, Myanmar
Pabedan Township
Yangon, Burma
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