Mimalaung Kyaung
မီးမလောင်ကျောင်း
A small temple built on a raised platform in 1174, its name meaning the monastery that does not burn, reflecting its brick and stone construction in place of flammable timber.
Mimalaung Kyaung lies in Old Bagan, south of Thatbyinnyu Temple. It was built in 1174 during the reign of King Narapatisithu. Monasteries of the time were mostly timber and often destroyed by fire, so this one was built of brick and stone on a raised platform, and its name means the monastery that does not burn. The temple itself is compact, a square hall topped by a shikhara-style spire. Climbing the steps offers views of nearby Thatbyinnyu Temple and Sulamani Temple. Lion (sinha) statues flank the steps. A visit takes only a short time, so it is convenient to include while walking around Old Bagan.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Pahtothamya Temple
- Gawdawpalin Temple
- Tharabha Gate
- Bagan Archaeological Museum
- Nathlaung Kyaung Temple
- Shwegugyi Temple
- Thatbyinnyu Temple
- Mahabodhi Temple, Bagan