Ananda Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Bagan, Myanmar (Burma). It was built in the early 12th century during the reign of King Kyanzittha of the Pagan Dynasty. The temple is considered one of the finest and most beautiful temples in Bagan, known for its stunning architecture and intricate artwork.

The temple was built in a fusion of Mon and Indian architectural styles, with a central square block surrounded by smaller temples and shrines. The main temple is topped by a golden spire, or shikhara, that rises to a height of almost 51 meters (167 feet).

One of the most impressive features of the temple is its four standing Buddha images, which face the four cardinal directions. Each image is over nine meters (30 feet) tall and depicts the Buddha in a different posture or mudra. The walls of the temple are also adorned with murals depicting scenes from the life of the Buddha and Jataka tales, or stories about the Buddha's previous lives.

Ananda Temple is also notable for its role in Myanmar's political history. During the colonial period, the temple was used as a barracks by the British army, and it was later used as a headquarters by the Japanese during World War II. Today, the temple remains an important religious and cultural site, attracting visitors from all over the world.