5. Sulamani Temple The Sulamani temple is stunning, mainly due to its many vaulted openings that filter the light and illuminate the inside with an orange glow. Walking through its gateway, you will feel like you are entering a whole new and secret world–full of Bagan’s finest ornamental work and moldings.

Bagan is a fairytale land drowning in ancient crumbling temples mostly from the 11th to 13th centuries A.D., golden pagodas, and dirt paths winding around the scrub-like greenery. It was believed building religious structures gained merit for a king and his people. Placed right in the middle of Myanmar, Bagan is a plain measuring about 16 square miles snaking the east coast of the dusty banks of the Irrawaddy River. Here are six top reasons why this city should be on your bucket list:

A trip to Bagan, Myanmar would not be complete without a morning watching the sun peak over the mountains and dye the sky a rainbow of colors. After watching a magical sunrise, a good sunset is also a must! Followings are 5 of the best spots.

Bagan is to Myanmar what Angkor is to Cambodia, Ayuthia is to Thailand and Borobudur is to Indonesia — the most magnificent architectural flourish of an ancient people. If you are not visiting Bagan, you can't say you have been visiting to Myanmar.