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🌎  Myanmar 🇲🇲

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4.6
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📍  Kuthodaw Pagoda

✈️  Mandalay International Airport (MDL)

🚗  45.0 KM

⏱️  1 hour, 11 minutes

Kuthodaw Pagoda, located in Mandalay, Myanmar, is renowned for housing the world's largest book, consisting of 729 marble slabs inscribed with the entire Tipitaka, the Theravada Buddhist scriptures. The pagoda complex is generally accessible, though some areas may present challenges for visitors with mobility issues. Exploring solo allows for a personalized experience, while guided tours offer deeper historical and religious insights. There are no significant seasonal restrictions, making it a year-round destination. The approximate cost is low, mainly involving entrance fees and optional donations. A typical visit lasts around 1-2 hours, allowing ample time to appreciate the unique marble scriptures and serene atmosphere.