Tharapa Gate, located in the Bagan UNESCO World Heritage Site, will be temporarily closed to facilitate the restoration and preservation of original Bagan-era waterways.

The Bagan Branch of the Department of Archaeology and National Museum has announced that Tharapa Gate, located in the Bagan UNESCO World Heritage Site, will be temporarily closed to facilitate the restoration and preservation of original Bagan-era waterways.

The restoration project commenced in the first week of February and involves efforts to ensure proper water flow from the moat of the Old City to the Ayeyawady River. Additionally, conduits will be laid where necessary to improve the water system.

Directional signs will be placed in visible locations to guide visitors along alternative routes to minimize inconvenience. Meanwhile, pilgrims can still visit the Nat shrines at the Tharapa Gate via the road on the western side of the palaces of Kings Anawrahta and Kyansittha. Designated areas will also be arranged to allow continued public worship in adherence to traditional customs, according to the Department of Archaeology and National Museum (Bagan Branch).

The project is expected to continue until the fourth week of March. It aims to preserve Bagan’s cultural heritage, mitigate flooding in the heritage zone, and enhance water management within the UNESCO-listed site.

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