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The Shwedagon Paya (sometimes called the Shwedagon Pagoda) is located on Singuttara Hill in Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma).
The largest and most visited destination in the city of Yangon, the Shwedagon Paya a very sacred Buddhist pagoda for the Burmese.
The massive, gilded central stuppa is surrounded by many smaller pagodas, all infused with Buddhist symbols and decorated in vibrant colors.
The Shwedagon Paya is easily reachable from the downtown Yangon area by foot (somewhat of a long walk) or by taxi.
Note: When you arrive, local people will come up to you and start telling you about the history and symbolism of various aspects of the Shwedagon Paya.
They expect you to pay them at the end of your informal tour.
If you do not intend to pay them, politely say “no, thank you” and continue on your way.
