Rising majestically over the skyline of Yangon, the dazzling golden stupa of this iconic Buddhist site is a sight to behold. Said to be 2,500 years old, it's steeped in legend, housing relics of four past Buddhas. Covered in hundreds of gold plates and encrusted with diamonds, including a colossal 76-carat gem at its tip, this pagoda glitters magnificently under the sun. As you wander through the complex, you'll encounter a kaleidoscope of vibrant local life, with monks, devotees, and visitors all adding to the vibrant atmosphere of this spiritual sanctuary.