Take a tour of Shwedagon Pagoda, Myanmar – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. The spire of the Shwedagon Pagoda looks like a palace from a fantastic fairy tale. But it's no illusion; the Pagoda is truly plated with gold. The Burmese see this as the holiest Buddhist pagoda in the world. The Shwedagon Pagoda is festooned with statues, carvings, and decorations central to Buddhism. To many, the most important part is the holy relics of the past four Buddhas. But even for non-Buddhists, the site is a scene of ornate and lavish beauty. Don't miss the sight of the gold and jewels of the Shwedagon Pagoda illuminated at night.