Burma / Myanmar: Sulamani Temple (background, 12th century) and the Shwe Nan Yin Taw (foreground, 12th century), Bagan (Pagan) Ancient City

The Sulamani Temple was built in 1183 by King Narapatisithu (r. 1174 - 1211).

Bagan, formerly Pagan, was mainly built between the 11th century and 13th century. Formally titled Arimaddanapura or Arimaddana (the City of the Enemy Crusher) and also known as Tambadipa (the Land of Copper) or Tassadessa (the Parched Land), it was the capital of several ancient kingdoms in Burma.

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Photographer:

David Henley

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Pictures From Asia