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Date: 10/09/2025
In the heart of Myanmar lies Bagan, a plain dotted with more than two thousand ancient temples. As the sun rises, golden light bathes countless spires stretching into the horizon. Some are majestic, towering proudly, while others are humble, half-ruined, embraced by roots and time. Yet together, they form a silent orchestra of devotion. Bagan is not only about history; it is about belief that endured wars, earthquakes, and centuries of change. For the villagers who live nearby, these temples are part of their daily rhythm—children play around them, farmers pass them with offerings of flowers, monks chant softly within their shadows. Standing here, you feel the weight of faith that built, sustained, and continues to whisper through every stone. It is a reminder that civilizations may fade, but the human need to reach upward, to connect with something higher, never disappears.
Rajat Chandra Sarmah
Guwahati, Assam, India
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