Welcome to Taunggyi, the capital and largest city of Shan State, Myanmar. Located on the Thazi-Kyaingtong road at an elevation of 4,712 feet, Taunggyi is a city surrounded by mountain ranges and is famous for its hot air balloon festival held annually on the full moon day of Tazaungmon. The city has an estimated population …
Taungdwingyi, Myanmar
Welcome to Taungdwingyi, a town located in the Magway Region of Myanmar. This hidden gem is often overlooked by tourists, but it boasts a rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering local cuisine. Join us as we uncover the many treasures of Taungdwingyi and reveal why this enchanting destination should be on every traveler’s bucket list. …
Monywa, Myanmar
Welcome to Monywa, the largest city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar. Located 136 kilometres (85 mi) north-west of Mandalay on the eastern bank of the River Chindwin, Monywa is a hidden gem that boasts a rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering local cuisine. Join us as we uncover the many treasures of Monywa and reveal why …
Mudon, Myanmar
Welcome to Mudon, a charming town located in the Mon State of south-east Myanmar. Often overshadowed by its more famous neighbor Mawlamyine, Mudon boasts a rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and unique attractions that make it a must-visit destination for any traveler. Etymology: Mudon derives from the Mon language term Mudeung (Mon: မိုဟ်ပ္ဍုၚ်; /mùh dɜŋ/), which …
Nyaunglebin, Myanmar
Welcome to Nyaunglebin, the center city of East Bago Region in Myanmar. This hidden gem is the second largest city in the Nyaunglebin District and the fifth largest city in the Bago Region. Located in the middle of East-Bago Region, Nyaunglebin is a bustling city that is often overlooked in favor of its more famous …
Myitkyina, Myanmar
Welcome to Myitkyina, the capital city of Kachin State in Myanmar. Located on the west bank of the Ayeyarwady River, Myitkyina is a city steeped in history and culture. Its name means ‘near the big river’ in Burmese, and it is the northernmost river port and railway terminus in Myanmar. In this article, we will …
Shwebo, Myanmar: Discover the Birthplace of the Konbaung Dynasty
Welcome to Shwebo, a city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar, that is steeped in history and culture. Located 110 km northwest of Mandalay, between the Irrawaddy and the Mu rivers, Shwebo is the birthplace of the Konbaung Dynasty, established by King Alaungpaya in 1752. Today, it is a popular destination for tourists who want to explore …
Pathein, Myanmar
Welcome to Pathein, the largest city and capital of the Ayeyarwady Region in Myanmar. Formerly known as Bassein, Pathein is located 190 km west of Yangon on the bank of the Pathein River, which is a western branch of the Irrawaddy River. The city has a population of 237,089 (2017 census) and is a melting …