Reporting from Bagan, Myanmar — — As I sat on a high ledge of the 734-year-old Mingalarzedi Temple, looking out over the hundreds of ancient temples around Bagan, I wondered how long it ...

Some of the more popular temples include Dhammayangyi Temple, the largest in this archaeological zone. It was built in the 12th century and is visible from all parts of Bagan, but has a somewhat ...

The Dhammayangyi temple was never fully completed. Construction was halted right after the king was assassinated and the interior was filled with construction debris. The twin Buddhas at ...

Bagan is more than a travel destination — it’s a living monument to a glorious past, where over 2,000 ancient temples, pagodas, and stupas rise from the plains of central Myanmar in haunting ...

Today, dusty footpaths weave around more than 2,000 remaining temples and pagodas, from Dhammayangyi, Bagan’s largest, to Shwezigon, the first gold-plated temple in Myanmar. Photograph by Jon ...

Today, dusty footpaths weave around more than 2,000 remaining temples and pagodas, from Dhammayangyi, Bagan’s largest, to Shwezigon, the first gold-plated temple in Myanmar. Photograph by Jon ...

Armed with a camera, the guide navigates the vast complex astride an electric bike, delving into the rich history and culture at temples such as Ananda and Dhammayangyi. The guide also answers ...

Balloons fly over Dhammayangyi Temple, with the Irrawaddy River in the background. Credit: Steve Allen. Petteford raises his glass to toast the flight.