Bagan Golden Palace

Government mandated reconstruction is everywhere is Bagan and the Golden Palace is a prime example of how things should NOT be done. Opened in 2008 in the heart of old Bagan this wooden monstrosity looks like a Disney world construction rather then a palace of a century old kingdom. It’s architecturally innacurate and excessive in cheaply made wooden decorations and exhibits. Chinese and Korean tourists flock here and you can’t miss it when in Old Bagan but it’s truly an eyesore. A replica of the original palace, the Bagan Golden Palace is a sight to behold for its golden charm and tranquil appeal. It lets the visitors get an insight into how the original palace looked like and how it functioned during ancient times. Several guided tours are available (in English as well), allowing visitors to understand the significance of each and every section of the Golden Palace . It also has a huge collection of artifacts and other items that belong to Royal families of old eras. Location: Bagan, Myanmar Timings: 4:00 am to 6:00 pm