The Shwedagon pagoda in Yangon is one of the most breathtaking places of worship in the world. This is a place every one should visit at least once in their life. The entire complex of pagodas and stupas is completely covered in gold, and the columns, spires and ceilings are studded with real rubies, sapphires and jade. This is truly El Dorado, the mythical City of Gold, come to life.