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Review:
Soaring high above the city of Yangon, the Shwedagon Pagoda is one of Myanmar's most impressive landmarks. The exterior of the temple is almost entirely coated in gold plates, and the very tip of the pagoda is decorated with real rubies and diamonds. Legend holds that the building is approximately 2,600 years old, and that it is home to hairs taken from the head of the Buddha. The pagoda is open every day between 4 am and 10 pm, and admission tickets are valid for multiple visits throughout the course of a day. Guided tours can be arranged for an additional fee. Shwedagon Pagoda
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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