Yangon Collection (page 2)

Monk walking by White temple in Shwedagon Pagoda complex, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Temple in Shwedagon Pagoda complex, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Temples in Shwedagon Pagoda complex, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Karaweik Palace on Kandawgyi Lake at dusk, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Nuns walking by Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Tourists at gilded Shwedagon Pagoda against clear sky at sunrise, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Tourists at golden Shwedagon Pagoda against clear sky at sunrise, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Light trails on street by Sule Pagoda against sky at night, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Entrance to the Shwedagon Pagoda

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Private Houses of the Wealthy and City Skyline

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Street Market, Display of Colourful Cotton Bobbins

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shri Kali Hindu Temple

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shwedagon Market, Shop Display of Bronze Buddha Statue

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, The Strand and Strand Hotel

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Centrepoint Towers Office Building

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Bogyoke Market, Cloth and Material Shop Display

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Sule Pagoda

Myanmar (Burma), Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda, Buddha Statue

The great golden stupa, Shwedagon Paya (Shwe Dagon Pagoda), Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma) with coloured fountain

Sule Pagoda at twlight, Yangon, Myanmar

Asia, Southeast Asia, Myanmar, nuns praying at the Buddhist temples at the UNESCO World Heritage listed Shwedagon pagoda

Long boats crossing Irrawaddy River during rush hour, Yangon, Burma (Myanmar)

Shwedagon Pagoda at sunset, Yangon, Burma (Myanmar)

Yangon, Myanmar (Burma). Karaweik Hall restaurant on the banks of Kandawgyi lake

Sunset behind temples of Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Myanmar

Around Yangon by train
Marco Tagliarino

Shwedagon Pagoda Southern entrance, Southern entrance
The Southern entrance to the Shwedagon Pagoda (Shwedagon Zedi Daw), Yangon, Myanmar. Date: circa 1930s

Ex-Judge Moung Oon, Rangoon, Burma
The ex-Judge Moung Oon (C.I.E.), Rangoon, Burma (Myanmar). He is seen wearing traditional Burmese attire, and with his Companion of the Most Eminent Order of the Indian Empire (C.I.E)

Riverboat, Rangoon, Burma
A group of half-naked Burmese people travel in a boat down a river in Rangoon, Burma (Myanmar). Today the region is known as Yangon, as is the river that runs through it. Date: 1885

Burmese Woman Smokes, Rangoon
A portrait of a Burmese woman smoking a weed in Rangoon, Burma (Myanmar). Smoking was an incredibly popular pastime in Burma at the time, with even children starting from a young age

Make Tehi Lar, Myanmar. Reflection on water

The surrender of Rangoon to the British, 1824, illustration from Hutchinson
IL370599 The surrender of Rangoon to the British, 1824, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Vintage 19th century photograph: ship at iron wharf, scaffolding, Rangoon, Burma, Yangon, Myanmar

Shwedagon pagoda, Rangoon, Yangon, Burma, Myanmar, c.1880 s

Huge temple bell, Yangon, Rangoon, Burma, Myanmar, c.1880 s

Shwe Dagon Pagoda, Ragoon, Yangon, Burma, Myanmar, 1880 s

Rooftop view, Ragoon, Yangon, Burma, Myanmar, 1880 s

Paddle Steamer, Ragoon, Yangon, Burma, Myanmar, 1880 s

The Shwedagon Pagoda at Rangoon, Burma, c. 1860 (albumen print)
NAM310845 The Shwedagon Pagoda at Rangoon, Burma, c.1860 (albumen print) by English Photographer, (20th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: from an album of photographs taken by Lt)

Base of the Shwedagon Pagoda at Rangoon, Burma, c. 1886 (b / w photo)
498283 Base of the Shwedagon Pagoda at Rangoon, Burma, c.1886 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shwedagon Pagoda)

The surrender of Rangoon to the British, 1824, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373579 The surrender of Rangoon to the British, 1824, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Burmese advert in Chinese for Tiger Headache Cure
Burmese advert for Tiger Trademark Headache Cure - Take immediately for headache and tooth for a fast cure. Produced by Eng Aun Tong (Yong An) in Rangoon Burma (Yangon)

Shrine on the Platform of the Shwedagon Pagoda, Rangoon, Burma 1905 (colour litho)
3648843 Shrine on the Platform of the Shwedagon Pagoda, Rangoon, Burma 1905 (colour litho) by Kelly, Robert George Talbot (1861-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Yangon, the vibrant capital city of Myanmar (formerly known as Burma), is a treasure trove of cultural and architectural wonders. One cannot miss the Swedawmyat Paya, a magnificent pagoda that stands tall in this bustling metropolis. As you wander through the streets of Yangon, also referred to as Rangoon, you will be captivated by its rich history and enchanting charm. At dawn, the gilded Shwedagon Pagoda emerges against a clear sky, casting an ethereal glow over Yangon. This iconic landmark is not only a symbol of faith but also an architectural masterpiece that leaves visitors in awe. Close up shots of Burmese Buddhist monk hands praying showcase their devotion and spirituality. The allure lies not only in its religious sites but also in its natural beauty. The Botahtaung Pagoda at dawn offers breathtaking views that are truly mesmerizing. Twilight brings about another spectacle - the golden stupa at Shwedagon Pagodo shimmers against the backdrop of a darkening sky. World-famous for its grandeur and magnificence, Shwedagon continues to attract tourists from all corners of the globe to Yangon. Its gold-studded spires stand tall as if reaching for heaven itself. As you explore further into this captivating city, colonial architecture on Sule Pagoda Road takes you back in time to when British influence shaped Yangon's landscape. The intricate designs and ornate details tell stories of a bygone era. Chinthes or guardians stationed at various points around Shwedagon Pagoda add an element of mystique to this already enchanting place. These mythical creatures serve as protectors and lend an air of reverence to this sacred site. Yangon is more than just a city; it is an experience like no other.