Introduction to the Shwedagon Pagoda in Myanmar: The Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon was built in the 18th century AD. The tower is 112 meters tall and shaped like a giant bell. It is covered with gold foil from the base to the top of the tower. The canopy umbrella on the top of the tower is inlaid with There are 7,000 rubies and sapphires, and 1,485 gold and silver wind chimes are hung on the tower. It is solemn and luxurious, with brilliant golden light. It is listed as the three major religious buildings in Southeast Asia along with Borobudur in Indonesia and Angkor Wat in Cambodia.

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