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Sagaing Division: Shin-bin Nan-kaing Pagoda E-mail
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It is situated near Htonbo Ward in Saging. It was built by minister Kyan Thaing, who had to look after Shwe Ain Si, the daughter of King Kyansittha, in 420

In another version, it was said to be built by minister Kyan Thaing, right- hand sage to King Sawlu in 421

It was officially named Yan Aung Myin Pagoda but ever since its foundation on Nan-kaing Pagoda.

Near it is a bronze staue of Buddha that is the highest in Myanmar, cast under the leadership of Sayadaw U Zanainda of Zabu Mingala Monastery.



Reference
1. Ancient Pagodas in Myanmar Vol I , Jan 2003, by Myat Min Hlaing