As well as organizing the fifth buddhist council in 1871, he was responsible for the construction in mandalay of the world s largest book, consisting of 729 large marble tablets with the tipitaka pali canon of theravada buddhism inscribed on them in gold. Jun, 2019 there is a copy of kuthodaw pagoda and the worlds largest book located nearby with the marble slabs inscribed in burmese language. Mandalay, one of the largest cities in myanmar, is home to. Discover worlds largest book at kuthodaw pagoda in mandalay, myanmar burma. The book is a set of 729 large marble slabs inscribed on both sides. The book was made by the order of king mindon min in a large shed near mandalay palace. Sep 09, 2019 at the mention of the the worlds largest book, youd probably picture a large, heavy leatherbound publication. The pagoda dates back to the 1860s and is loved for its beautiful architecture and spiritual ambience.
Worlds largest book at kuthodaw pagoda mandalay, myanmar. Some of the 729 stupas known as the world s largest book at the kuthodaw pagoda mindon min had the pagoda built as part of the traditional foundations of the new royal city of mandalay in 1857. Saying this one, i mean the entire complex, as it consists of the main central golden stupa, like seen elsewhere in myanmar and 729 smaller whitewashed stupas around. Eva gatsby has often wondered about her grandfather lawrences p. Published on jan 20, 2020 we take a walk around the world biggest book. Hidden camera investigation on what really happens to your car cbc marketplace duration. The kuthodaw pagoda was modeled after the shwezigon pagoda in bagan and as such, has this most noticeable feature it is also gilded. Walking around these minitemples built in 1860, you can. It is a large walled complex situated at the base of the southeast stairway to mandalay hill and was built by king mindon at the same time he was constructing the royal palace.
Some of the 729 stupas at kuthodaw pagoda, known as the world s largest book, in mandalay, myanmar. This golden temple is surrounded by hundreds of stone tablets that comprise the worlds largest book. For a breathtaking view of the sunset, mandalay hill is the place to go. Next, organizers are hoping to build on that success by bringing their literary feast to satisfy booklovers in mandalay.
Sutherland kuthodaw pagoda is an amazing complex known as the worlds largest book and is located in mandalay, burma myanmar. Biggest book in world mandalay local business facebook. It is a large walled complex situated at the base of the southeast stairway to mandalay hill and was built by king mindon at the same time he was constructing the royal. The buddhist shrine is comprised of 729 stupas that contain hundreds of 5foot tall inscribed stone tablets that. I love love love the wood carvings on the doors, door frames, and walls. At the mention of the the world s largest book, youd probably picture a large, heavy leatherbound publication. The worlds biggest book best price guarantee for travel. Kuthodaw pagoda is an amazing complex known as the world s largest book and is located in mandalay, burma myanmar. Sharing to you another travel vlog because we are still at home quarantine and editing travel vlogs gives me positivity that everything would be ok soon. What if i told you that the worlds largest book, kept tucked away in a buddhist temple in mandalay, myanmar, had none of these qualities.
The world s largest book is not a book in the conventional sense, but a series of huge stone tablets surrounding the kuthodaw pagoda in mandalay, myanmar. Worlds largest book kuthodaw pagoda things to see in. Kuthodaw pagoda, mandalay, myanmar the largest book in. At the same time, the nearby royal palace was also built. This golden temple is surrounded by hundreds of stone tablets that comprise the world s largest book. The mingun pagoda and bell min kun, myanmar burma atlas. Media in category kuthodaw inscription shrines the following 35 files are in this category, out of 35 total. Lying at the foot of mandalay hill, kuthodaw pagoda also known as kuthodaw paya or royal merit pagoda is the home of the worlds largest book inscribed with the teachings of gautama buddha. Kuthodaw pagoda and the worlds largest book zeotrip. Kuthodaw pagoda has stone tablets inscribed with the buddhist texts stand upright in the grounds of the pagoda which is at. It was constructed during the reign of king mindon 1808 1878, one of the most popular and revered kings of burma. It lies at the foot of mandalay hill and was built during. It has 729 kyauksa gu stoneinscription caves, each containing a marble slab inscribed the text from the tripitaka.
Afterwards, we went to kuthodaw pagoda to see the worlds largest book. Aug 25, 2015 then we went to atumashi monastery, before heading to nearby golden palace monastery shwe nandaw kyaung. Worlds largest book kuthodaw pagoda things to see in mandalay myanmar white pagodas hold stone tablets comprising of the worlds largest book in mandalay myanmar this post may contain affiliate links, see our disclosure. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. Return to mandalay by rosanna ley goodreads share book. May 29, 2017 the world s largest book, set in stone, in the grounds of the kuthodaw pagoda at the foot of mandalay hill, myanmar burma, asia. The worlds largest book, set in stone, in the grounds of the. Worlds largest book mandalay barbara hawkins writer.
Discover world s largest book at kuthodaw pagoda in mandalay, myanmar burma. Kuthodaw pagoda has stone tablets inscribed with the buddhist texts stand upright in. The kuthodaw pagoda accommodates the largest book in the world. But it doesnt look much like any book youve seen before. There is a copy of kuthodaw pagoda and the worlds largest book located nearby with the marble slabs inscribed in burmese language. Nov 26, 2015 the kuthudaw pagoda in mandalay is surround by 729 stupas within each stupa, marble slabs hold inscriptions that make up the worlds largest book. Each of these pages are housed individually in stupalike structures spread around the grounds of the pagoda.
As well as organizing the fifth buddhist council in 1871, he was responsible for the construction in mandalay of the worlds largest book, consisting of 729 large marble tablets with the tipitaka pali canon of theravada buddhism inscribed on them in gold. Its height is 187 9 the inscribing on the 729 marble stone slabs of the buddhist canon tripitaka texts was started in 1860 and completed in 1868. Other than the monks that tend the site, the pagoda is an amazingly quiet site with very few tourists. Maha lawkamarazein kuthodaw pagoda located near the foot of mandalay hill and built during the reign of king mindon. Kuthodaw pagoda, the world s largest book, in mandalay. Lying at the base of southeast stairway to mandalay hill is kuthodaw pagoda, renowned for its 729 buddhist text inscribed marble slabs as titled the world s largest book. Book online for instant confirmation and 247 live support. What if i told you that the world s largest book, kept tucked away in a buddhist temple in mandalay, myanmar, had none of these qualities. The world s largest book the kuthodaw pagoda or maha lawka marazein paya is often called the world s largest book. Top 9 attractions in mandalay peruse the worlds largest. The pagoda was commissioned by king mindon min for the noble purpose of leaving a religious legacy for the future generations.
Big bad wolf books, a traveling fair billed as the world s biggest book sale, found success with its firstever yangon event earlier this year. Kuthodaw pagoda has stone tablets inscribed with the buddhist texts stand upright in the grounds of the pagoda which is at the foot of mandalay hill. Nov 12, 2015 when we finished our photographs at the palace, we walked a short distance to the kuthodaw pagoda. One more was added to record how it all came about, making it 730 stone inscriptions in total. Situated at the base of the southeast stairways of the mandalay hill, burma, kuthodaw pagoda remains one of the most wellknown buddhist stupas here, primarily friday, 14 february 2020 myanmar travel news your window into myanmar. Each of them is a single marble slab whose 2 sides were inscribed with burmese scrips. Those 729 white stupas enshrine the worlds largest book. Amazing sunset at mandalay hilltop pagoda an amazing experience in mandalay group tour. Visit kuthodaw pagoda and the world s largest book. Each of the 729 pages is a large marble tablet inscribed with text from the tipitaka some of the buddhist scriptures. The view of kuthodaw pagoda both original and copy from above. The gold was looted several decades later, but the tablets remained and are recognized as the world s largest book. Sign up for facebook today to discover local businesses near you. Kuthodaw is a unesco world heritage site housing the largest book in the world and it does so in the most fascinating way imaginable.
Exploring the marvels of mandalay myanmar travel begins. When completed in 1868, the words on each stone were plated with gold. Jan 20, 2020 we take a walk around the world biggest book. Each stupa contains a marble slab inscribed on both sides with a page of text from the tipitaka, the entire pali canon of theravada buddhism. Therefore, the kuthodaw pagoda is regarded as the largest book in the world of which each slab is like a page. Kuthodaw pagoda, home of the worlds largest book mandalay. Save up to 75% off hotels near monuments and landmarks in mandalay. Worlds largest book myanmar travel highlights youtube. Kuthodaw pagoda and the world s largest book the kuthodaw pagoda was modeled after the shwezigon pagoda in bagan and as such, has this most noticeable feature it is also gilded. Kuthodaw pagoda the worlds largest book carved in 729. You cant get photos close to the pages as there is a fence.
Mandalay was the fifth stop on our myanmar tour, so i got little bit tired of temples, but this one blew me away. The gold was looted several decades later, but the tablets remained and are recognized as the worlds largest book. The worlds largest book the kuthodaw pagoda or maha lawka marazein paya is often called the worlds largest book. Apr, 2018 the worlds largest book can be found at mandalays kuthodaw pagoda in myanmar. He was later to convene the fifth buddhist synod in 1871, but wanted to leave a great work of merit by having the tipitaka set in stone for posterity. Kuthodaw pagoda is also known as the worlds largest book because there is 729 shrines were erected around the pagoda. Save this to your dream destinations or spots to try list.
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