The skyline of Pulau Tikus area in Penang. The golden pagoda structure belongs to the Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, a Siamese temple which houses a giant sleeping Buddha.
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A Golden Burmese Shrine
A shrine made of gold at the famous Dhammikarama Burmese Temple.
Penang Isle: The Golden Pagoda
The Golden Pagoda is a four storeys bell tower built at the compound of the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. Completed in 2011, this additional building was built in the Burmese architecture style. Within the four floors of the bell tower, one may find exhibition of various Buddhist sculptures, murals and artifacts. The Golden Pagoda is open to the public with free entrance. There is also a donation box inside the building should one wishes to do so.
The Golden Mount
Penang is also home to a few famous Thai Buddhist temples in the country such as this golden Siamese structure, which is part of the Wat Chayamangkalaram temple (Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram).
