Sulamani Temple
Temple Burmese Buddhist temple with distinctive gilded stupa
Twelfth-century temple in Bagan, Mandalay Region, noted for brickwork and interior frescoes; visitors tour the temple while exploring Bagan’s temple plain.
Sulamani Temple is a brick Buddhist temple in the Bagan archaeological zone of Mandalay Region in central Myanmar, completed in the late 12th century under King Narapatisithu.
The temple is characterised by finely laid brick walls, a cruciform plan with multiple terraces and ornate interior wall paintings and frescoes. Its vertical profile and decorative brickwork distinguish it among Bagan’s major temples.
Sulamani served as a devotional temple and a focus for royal patronage in the Pagan period; it has undergone conservation and reconstruction following damage from earthquakes in the modern era.
It stands on the Bagan plain among many other temples and stupas, within the core archaeological area visited by most Bagan visitors.
- Date and builder: Constructed in the late 12th century under King Narapatisithu and noted for its brickwork and interior frescoes.
- Restoration: Significant restoration work followed damage from earthquakes in the 20th century; the temple remains one of Bagan's major monuments.
How to Get to Sulamani Temple #
Sulamani Temple is located within the Bagan Archaeological Zone, a 20-30 minute drive from Nyaung-U (the main Bagan town). Visitors typically arrive by bicycle, e-bike, taxi or organised tour from accommodation hubs in Nyaung-U and Old Bagan. Local regulations often require a paid archaeological zone pass for entry; check current rules before arrival.
Tips for Visiting Sulamani Temple #
- Visit early morning to see the temple in soft, angled light and to avoid the midday heat.
- Dress respectfully: shoulders and knees covered are expected in many Myanmar temples.
Best Time to Visit Sulamani Temple #
The cool, dry months are best for exploring Bagan's temples; visibility is good and temperatures manageable.
Weather & Climate near Sulamani Temple #
Sulamani Temple's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 38°C. Moderate rainfall (711 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 33°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
