Heritage Sites in Myanmar and Thailand-Damaged

March 28, 2025 Earthquake

Damaged pagodas are seen after an earthquake, Friday, March 28, 2025 in Naypyitaw, Myanmar. (AP Photo/Aung Shine Oo)

On 28 March 2025 a 7.7 earthquake struck the Sagaing Region of Myanmar, with an epicenter close to Mandalay, the country's second-largest city.It was the most powerful earthquake to strike Myanmar since 1912 and the second deadliest in Myanmar's modern history. The earthquake caused extensive damage in Myanmar and significant damage in neighboring Thailand.¹

It is not clear the extent of damage to cultural sites.

Damaged pagodas in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar

Crisis Response Program, World Monuments Fund

The Crisis Response Program, World Monuments Fund works with communities in the aftermath of a disaster or destruction to support recovery actions at affected heritage sites.² Donations needed.

Please pray for those affected by the earthquake in Thailand.

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1. 2025 Myanmar earthquake - Wikipedia

2. The Crisis Response Program, World Monuments Fund