Cultural Heritage Sites: MoRAC UM inspected cultural heritage sites in Keng Tung

Union Minister for Religious Affairs and Culture, U Tin Oo Lwin, visited the Cultural Museum and Library of the Department of Archaeology and National Museum in Keng Tung on January 19.

During the visit, he met with staff from the Department of Religious Affairs and the Department of Archaeology and National Museum. The Deputy Director of the State Religious Affairs Branch Office in Shan State (East) and the Assistant Director of the Department of Archaeology and National Museum presented their respective departmental activities. The Union Minister then provided the necessary guidance based on their reports.

The Union Minister then proceeded to the historic Pa-Lyan Gate in Ward (2), Keng Tung. This gate is the only remaining structure of the twelve original city gates built by the Sawbwa of Keng Tung. He inspected its current state of preservation and then moved to Ward (1) to inspect the experimental excavation of the earthen city wall near the historic Ngam-Hpa Gate. He gave the instructions to ensure the continued preservation and maintenance of these sites.

Following this, the Union Minister visited the Keng Tung Haw Nan. He toured the interior, viewing the archival photographs of the Sawbwas, as well as the royal ceremonial drum, throne, and royal couch used by the former rulers.

Afterward, the Union Minister visited the landmark Khemarahta Byadeit-Taw-Pay Standing Buddha Image in Keng Tung. He paid homage to the Buddha image following the completion of the 4th gold-leaf offering, made a donation, and provided guidance on maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the pagoda precincts.