Burma's ruling junta has opened a viewing tower in the ancient temple city of Bagan, one of Asia's most renowned archaeological sites.
The regime's second-ranking leader, Deputy Senior General Maung Aye, officially opened the 60-meter-high steel tower Sunday.
Authorities say the cylindrical tower will give tourists a bird's-eye view of Bagan, help boost tourism revenues and preserve ancient temples by keeping visitors from climbing over and damaging the structures.
The 13-story tower houses observation decks, meeting halls, offices, souvenir shops and a restaurant.
