[1] It is located on the western face of Pokhaung Hill, north of the Royal Palace, and adjacent to the Andaw-thein Temple.

Hundreds of Buddha statues line the main hall, some of them in their original positions, others moved from nearby excavation sites.

The three corridors contain multiple reliefs of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Kings of Spiritual abodes, Devas, guardian spirits, the 550 Jatakas, Arakanese culture and animals, both real and mythical.

It was discovered in 2003 that the central stupa had begun to leak, dissolving away some of the intricate statues in the two chambers.

criticize "the defacing" of their treasured temple, but since it was the only way to protect the more precious carvings inside, the actions have not been as widely condemned as expected.