The Characteristics and Influence of the Zedi(Deula)in Pagan:11th to 13th Centuries A.D.
The 11th to 13th centuries were the heyday of the rule of the Burmese dynasty,leaving an objective num-ber of Buddhist architectural relics,among which the Zedi was a typical representative.This paper divides Pugan Zedi into independent Zedi,Deula and corner Zedi,and discusses their characteristics respectively.Later,it points out that the form of Pugan Zedi is influenced by India and Ceylon externally,and by the Pyu State of Myanmar internally.In the development of three centuries,there have been many sources and changes,such as the grafting form of Doudoupo style Deula,the revival of the central independent tower,the flattening of Aniruddha style Zedi,and the disappearance of the Deula.Finally,it discusses its influence on the surrounding areas,including Thailand and Yunnan,China.
11th to 13th centuriesPaganZediDeulaTheravada Buddhism