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Dhammayangyi Temple : The largest temple structure in Bagan

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Extending up to approximately 78 meters (255 feet) on each of its' four sides, Dhammayangyi Temple is the largest temple structure in Bagan and its' construction was never even completed. Dhammayangyi temple

Nat Hlaung Kyaung Temple : The last Hindu temple in Bagan

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“Bagan” (classically referred to as "Arimaddanapura" ) contains l argest concentration of Buddhist pagodas and stupas in the world.  It is estimated that 4,446 Buddhist temples, pagodas and monasteries were constructed between the 11th and the 13th centuries CE. Over 3,500 of these remain to date.