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Pagoda at Paghan, Burma [i.e. Pagan, Myanmar], 1890 - 1899

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3029D/14

Scope and Contents

147 x 102 mm. Showing a deserted temple at Pagan, on the eastern bank of the Irrawaddysome 80 miles southwest of Mandalay. Pagan was founded by King Pyinbya in 847 AD and remained the royal capital until the extinction of the dynasty in 1298 AD. The annotation on the reverse states 'supposed to be the oldest royal city. Photo by J. Jackson, Rangoon'.

Dates

  • Creation: 1890 - 1899

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

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Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Good condition, apart from slight fading at edges.

General

SG.

Date information

DateText: 1890s..

Originator(s)

Jackson, J, fl 1860-1919, photographer

Finding aid date

2003-10-01 09:14:39+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

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