Abstract

• The monasteries of Kyaing Tong are said to be the earliest ones not only in whole Shan States but also in Myanmar. The monasteries such as Wat Padaeng , Wat Hokhong and Wat Comdong were established by Yun Buddhist monks of northern Thailand since about 600 years ago. From that time onward ruling Princes, Sanghas and people made effort for the development of Sasana. This paper is an attempt to deal with the emergence of the historic monasteries and achievement of Theras of these monasteries through ages. A discussion is made on the arrival of Theravada Buddha faith into the Eastern Shan State. This paper discusses on aspects of Buddhism in Kyaing Tong by exploring and interpreting important sources.