Mandalay Collection (#13)

Asia, Burma (Myanmar) Silhouette of U Biens Bridge on Lake Taungthaman at sunset

A Japanese patrol in a Mandalay Railway Yard, Burma

Making a jeep railroad - Burma
Making a jeep railroad. A supply line constructed by Indian engineers to run to Mandalay in readiness for expansion further south into Burma

Myanmar Mandalay
Bird s-eye view of the town, seen from the hill

Myanmar Amarapura
The Buddhist monastery, near Mandalay

Myanmar Moulmein
The Moulmein Pagoda, near Mandalay (in the distance) best known to us all by Kiplings poem The road to Mandalay

Traditional puppet, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Entrance gate to Mandalay Hill, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Detail, Shwe-Inbin Monastery, teak building dating from 1895, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Women washing their laundry on bank of the Ayeryarwady (Irrawaddy) River, with wooden boat in background, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Wooden boats transporting pottery on the Ayeryarwady (Irrawaddy) River, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Sandamuni Pagoda, stupa, Mandalay, Myanmar, Asia

Monk worshipping, Kuthodaw Pagoda, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Close-up of the huge lion statue (chinthe), at the foot of the stairs to Mandalay Hill, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Mandalay Hill chinthes, Mandalay, Myanmar, Asia

Chinthes at foot of stairs, Mandalay Hill, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Man fishing with large net by U Beins Bridge, Taugthaman Lake, Amarapura, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Floating village, Uwe Zoon Jetty, Ayeyarwady River, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

White stupas of Sandamani Paya, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

White stupas of Sandamani Paya reflecting in moat, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

White carved lions guard entrance to Mandalay Hill, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Kuthodaw Paya (Maha Lawka Marazein Paya), called the Worlds biggest Book as the entire tripitaka are inscribed on 729 marble slabs each housed in a small stupa, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Temple, Sagaing Hill, Sagaing, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Entrance to Mandalay Royal Palace, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Reconstructed buildings at Mandalay Royal Palace, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

People crossing U Beins Bridge, Taugthaman Lake, Amarapura, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Buddha images, Umin Thounzeh (30 Caves), Sagaing, Sagaing Hill, near Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

People walk past temple, Sagaing Hill, Sagaing, near Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Ancient temple, Sagaing Hill, Sagaing, near Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

The 16 span Ava Bridge across the Ayeyarwaddy River engineered by the British in 1934, ancient city of Inwa (Ava), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Hemispherical dome rising to height of 46m of the Kaunghmudaw Paya (Rajamanisula Pagoda), Sagaing, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Kaunghmudaw Paya (Rajamanisula Pagoda), with its hemispherical dome rising to height of 46m, Sagaing, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Spiral temple on Taungthaman Lake near U Beins Bridge, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Shwe Kyet Kye Pagoda opposite Sagaing Hill, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Pagoda at Maha Aungmye Bonzan monastery, ancient city of Inwa (Ava), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Pagoda at Maha Aungmye Bonzan monastery with the Ava bridge over the Ayeyarwaddy River beyond, ancient city of Inwa (Ava), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Maha Aungmye Bonzan monastery, built in brick and stucco by King Bagyidaws chief queen, restored in 1873 after 1838 earthquake, ancient city of Inwa (Ava), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Nanmyin watchtower (the leaning tower of Ava), 27m high, damaged by 1838 earthquake, all that remains of the palace built by King Bagyidaw, ancient city of Inwa (Ava), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Bagaya Kyaung monastery, built of teak in 1838, supported by 267 posts, ancient city of Inwa (Ava), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Carvings on traditional wooden monastery, once part of the Royal Palace complex, used as an apartment by King Mindon, Shwenandaw Kyaung (Golden Palace Monastery), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Atumashi Kyaung (Incomparable Monastery) orginally built by King Mindun in 1857, gutted by fire in 1880 and rebuilt by convict labour, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Carving on traditional wooden monastery, once part of the Royal Palace complex and used as an apartment by King Mindon, Shwenandaw Kyaung (Golden Palace Monastery), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Interior of traditional wooden monastery, once part of the Royal Palace complex used by King Mindon, Shwenandaw Kyaung (Golden Palace Monastery), Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

U Beins Bridge, the longest teak span bridge in the world, originally supported by 984 teak posts, Taungthaman Lake, Amarapura, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Nun in front of the 46m hemispherical dome at Kaunghmudaw Paya (Rajamanisula pagoda), Sagaing, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Moat surrrounding walled palace and fort compound at dusk, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Taungthaman Lake, U Beins Bridge, the longest teak span bridge in the world, originally supported by 984 teak posts, Amarapura, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Evening market street scene, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

The Ayeyarwady River, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Mandalay fort and moat at sunset, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Hairy Folk of Mandalay
Hairy family of Mandalay, Burma

Mandalay Falls to Japan
Japanese take Mandalay, Burma

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Mandalay, a city of enchantment and cultural wonders, captivates the hearts of all who visit. As the sun sets on the U Bein Bridge in Amarapura, silhouettes dance against the vibrant hues of the sky, creating a breathtaking scene that embodies tranquility and serenity. In Hsinbyume Pagoda, a young Buddhist monk gracefully ascends the steps while holding a red umbrella. His presence exudes wisdom and spirituality, reminding us of Mandalay's deep-rooted religious heritage. At sunrise in Bagan, Mandalay reveals its mystical side as ancient temples emerge from the misty landscape. The sheer magnificence of this sight is enough to leave anyone awe-inspired and humbled by Myanmar's rich history. As ducks glide peacefully beneath it, the U Bein Bridge stands tall in Amarapura - an architectural masterpiece that connects past and present. Its elegant structure serves as a symbol of unity between nature and humanity. Stepping into Mandalay's tapestry world, one cannot help but be mesmerized by Kalaga tapestries adorning walls with their intricate designs. These masterpieces showcase Myanmar's artistic prowess and cultural diversity. An arched building catches our attention; its grandeur reflects Mandalay's regal past. This architectural gem stands as a testament to Burma's glorious history that still echoes through time. Inside Mahamuni Paya resides Myanmar's most famous Buddha image - standing 13 feet high covered in six inches of pure gold leaf. A sight so divine it leaves visitors speechless before its radiant beauty. On Taungthaman Lake at sunset, people gather on U Bein Bridge for moments they will cherish forever. Laughter fills the air as friendships are forged amidst this picturesque setting - an embodiment of community spirit within Amarapura Township. The majestic Burma/Mandalay Palace transports us back to an era where kings ruled with grace and power.