The main hall
of the
Atumashi Kyaung (fig.)
in Mandalay, which before the fire of 1890 AD housed the
principal
Buddha image,
that was adorned with a large
diamond.
On the second floor, i.e. the lowest of the terraces,
are several gilded porticoes decorated with carvings,
that give access to the main hall from three sides, i.e.
east, north and south.
Atumashi Monastery
Atumashi Monastery
This terrace
surrounds the hall and is supported by arches on the
ground level. It is accessible by staircase.