King Dhammazedi of the Burmese Hanthawaddy Kingdom commissioned the world's largest bell for the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, measuring 6.3 metres tall and 4.2 metres wide. In 1608, Portuguese ...

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Maximize your holiday experience with seasoned traveler Jax Reyes’ expert tips on exploring multiple countries in one trip.