Bagan is considered to be the spiritual center of Myanmar, and a major highlight of Bagan travel is a tour through the city's extraordinary religious sites. Bagan temples, which are estimated to be over 2,000 in number, are one of the most celebrated aspects of Asia's rich historical heritage. More impressively, Bagan's golden eras occurred during the 11th - 13th centuries, and it is said that the city was home to over a million temples during this time. Religion remains an important part of daily life in Myanmar, and today, many locals still visit these pagodas for prayer and veneration. As you make your way among these towering stupas, your eyes will be transfixed by the dazzling gold leaf, and you can begin to imagine what life must have been like in Myanmar centuries ago.