Jade Pagoda
Kyauksein Pagoda, formally known as the Varocana Kyauksein Zedi, is a Buddhist pagoda located in the outskirts of Amarapura, Mandalay… Read more…
Add Jade Pagoda to Your Trip
Create a detailed travel itinerary with smart routing, time estimates, and everything you need for a perfect trip.
Kyauksein Pagoda, formally known as the Varocana Kyauksein Zedi, is a Buddhist pagoda located in the outskirts of Amarapura, Mandalay Region, Myanmar. The pagoda itself is covered over 10,000 long tons of jade, rising to a height of 75 feet 6 inches, and is reputed to be the world's first jade pagoda.The pagoda was erected by the jade mining family of Soe Naing and Aye Aye Khaing, who donated both the pagoda and pagoda grounds. Construction on the pagoda began in November 2012, and the umbrella-hoisting ceremony to inaugurate the pagoda was held on 5 June 2015.
Source: Wikipedia
More Information and Contact
Add Jade Pagoda to Your Trip
Create a detailed travel itinerary with smart routing, time estimates, and everything you need for a perfect trip.