Mandalay did not grow from a smaller settlement, although a small village Hti Baunga did exist nearby. Mandalay was set up in an empty area at the foot of the 775 ft high Mandalay Hill. According to a prophecy made by the Buddha, in that exact place a great city, a metropolis of Buddhism, would come into existence on the occasion of the 2400th jubilee of Buddhism. Allegedly this is precisely what happened. This intriguing history comes to life when using Buddha statues as decorative items in the home. Large, elegant, and beautifully finished hand-carved statues depict either a traditional standing pose or a reclining Buddha in sublime repose. These works of art can add the perfect dramatic touch to your foyer.
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