A 19th-century wooden monastery built on stilts, Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery displays a collection of Buddha statues and miniature pagodas from different parts of Tibet and Myanmar. Although the monastery is best known for its monks who trained cats to jump through hoops, you're more likely to see cats lazing about than preforming any stunts. Nevertheless, a walk around the impressive collection of lavish and highly ornate statues of sitting and reclining Buddhas and pagodas makes for a worthwhile visit. The grand golden chair, intended for only monks to sit on, stands out and evokes admiration. Put Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery on your schedule, and learn what else deserves a visit by using our Taunggyi route tool .
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Bel édifice en bois implanté au milieu de jardins flottants de toute beaute sur la route (enfin sur la voie fluviale) du village d'indien et de ses pagodes more »
Beautiful wooden building set in the middle of beautiful floating gardens on the road (finally on the waterway) of the Indian village and its pagodasView original -
Arrivés en pagode pour visiter ce monastère tout en bois, le monastère ou quelques moines dressaient des chats à sauter à travers des petits anneaux. Il abrite une superbe collection de statues de bou... more »
Arriving in a pagoda to visit this wooden monastery, the monastery where some monks trained cats to jump through small rings. It houses a superb collection of Buddha statues typical of Shan country. At the back, beautiful view of the floating gardens through a very commercial alley of local crafts. A few power outages. It's a must-see.View original
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Beautiful monastery with a real authentic atmosphere. Seems like locals come here to pray, it was interesting and charming to see these fully loaded boats coming with 15 burmeses each. Don't expect to see cats (well yeah there are four or five walking around, but not more). It was a long time ago that the monk used to teach cats to jump in circles. Now, they are just resting near the temple.
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Wonderful monastery located in southern Inle lake. The interior of the monastery is home to many beautiful shrines with intricate carvings. The monastery also offers spectacular views of the lake and floating gardens. A very peaceful and serene experience.
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