Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Lejunman Aung Paya
D2
3
One Lion Gate
C1
4
Pon Nya Shin Paya
C1
5
Shin Pin Nan Kain
D2
6
Shwe-kyet-kya
D3
8
Thakya Dita Nunnery
C2
9
Tilawkaguru
C1
10
Ubamin Silverware
A1
Sleeping
11
Sein Pann Myaing
B4
12
Shwe Pyne Sone
B3
Drinking & Nightlife
13
Minsuyek
B4
History
Named for the trees hanging over the river, Sagaing became the capital of an independent
Shan kingdom around 1315. The fall of Bagan had thrown central Myanmar into chaos
and though Pinya had emerged as the new regional capital, its ruler's son set up Sagaing
as a rival power centre.
Its first period of importance lasted around half a century: in 1364 the founder's grand-
son, Thado Minbya, moved the capital to Inwa. From 1760 Sagaing enjoyed just four
more years as capital, but the town's significance from then on became more spiritual
than political. Today it is home to thousands of monks and nuns, and is a place where
many Myanmar Buddhists go to meditate when stressed.
Sights
