Pagan Kingdom

14 artifacts · 1000 CE – 1277 CE · architecture (8) · people (4) · battle (1) · artifact (1)

The Pagan Kingdom stands as a testament to the grandeur of early Burmese civilization, marked by impressive temple architecture and a flourishing Buddhist culture. In this hall, artifacts from iconic sites like Ananda Temple reflect the kingdom's spiritual and artistic achievements amidst the challenges of invasion.

The Collection

• Bagan — 1000 CE · architecture
• Anawrahta — 1014 CE · people
• Kyansittha — 1030 CE · people
• King Anawrahta — 1044 CE · people
• Manuha Temple — 1059 CE · architecture
• Ananda Temple — 1091 CE · architecture
• Shwezigon Pagoda — 1102 CE · architecture
• Myazedi inscription — 1113 CE · artifact
• Thatbyinnyu Temple — 1144 CE · architecture
• Dhammayangyi Temple — 1167 CE · architecture
• Sulamani Temple — 1183 CE · architecture
• Htilominlo Temple — 1211 CE · architecture
• Narathihapate — 1238 CE · people
• Mongol invasions of Burma — 1277 CE · battle