The Mahana Guha in Yangon is an entirely artificial man-made cave located at the precinct of the Kabar Aye Pagoda. The actual location of the Mahana Guha in Yangon is on the Kabar Aye Road in the mayangone Township. This place is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Yangon. Apart from the Kaba Aye Pagoda and the Maha Pasana Guha, another interesting spot of sightseeing in Yangon is the Gems Museum.
The Mahana Guha in Yangon is a factitious cave, and its popularity has been enhanced due to the presence of the Kaba Aye Pagoda. The name of the Pagoda signifies ‘World Peace.’ The Pagoda is also dedicated towards the same objective. The Pagoda was built in the year 192 and it is important as the Sixth World Buddhist Synod took place here in 194. The Buddhist Art Museum, and the newly constructed Mingala Dhammathabin Hall is also located here.The environment of the Mahana Guha in Yangon is very quiet and peaceful. This helps the Buddhist devotees to make their mood for a deep prayer.
There are many vendors selling various items and handicraft products in the adjacent areas of Mahana Guha in Yangon. The Buddhist Art Museum is at such a nearby location that it can also be visited during a visit to the Mahana Guha.
This man made Cave of Mahana Guha in Yangon is about 139 meters by 113 meters. Most of the significance of the Mahana Guha in Yangon is vested on the fact that it was the place, where the Sixth Buddhist Synod took place to celebrate the 200th anniversary year of Enlightenment of Buddha. The specialists who participated in the Synod, recited, edited and approved the Buddhist scriptures known as the ‘ Tripitaka,’ the most holy book for the followers of Buddhism.
After the visit to the Mahana Guha in Yangon, one can also visit the Gems Museum, located at the same locale. There are various images, artifacts, memorabilia exhibited in the Museum. They are made of sandstone, cast bronze, clay and solid gold. You will get an opportunity to study the articles closely and this will surely add charm to your Yangon Tour.
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