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The Htilominlo Pahto was built by King Nandaungmya (1211-1230) early in his reign to commemorate his selection on this spot as crown prince from among five sons of the king. The Htilominlo is a large three story red brick temple on a low platform. Originally covered in carved white stucco, some of its exquisite finely detailed plaster still remains. One can only wonder at its appearance when new. The temple is similar in design and even in detail to the earlier Sulamani Pahto and the Gawdawpalin both built by the kings father. Its square base measures 140 feet on each side There are receding square terraces with stupas or spires at each corner on the second and third levels. Each terrace was originally decorated with terracotta plaques on the terrace crenulations; Htilominlos imposing central spire rises a bit over 46m. The damage from the earthquake of l975 was repaired between 1976-1979.
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