Southeast Asia Tour 2015
Bagan | Myanmar
30 Nov 2015 | Mon
Day 12 of 46
Manuha Temple Myinkaba
Manuha Temple Myinkaba is an ancient temple in central Myanmar, located in the town of Myinkaba near the Bagan archaeological area. It dates back to 1059-1060 CE and was built by the King Manuha during his captivity at the hands of King Anawrahta of Bagan. The temple is dedicated to Theravada Buddhism and contains three large Buddha images which represent different stages of meditation according to Theravada Buddhist tradition.

The center image is seated on a throne, while the other two images are standing on either side, each representing different aspects of enlightenment. The first figure is shown with closed eyes and symbolizes nirodha – complete cessation from all mental activity; whereas the second figure has opened eyes, symbolizing samadhi – a kind of fullness or non-dualistic awareness.








