About Myanmar

Myanmar

One of the most exotic and colorful countries of the world, Myanmar has been a magnet for traders and travelers for centuries. The Golden Land’s heritage is complemented by the bustling business capital of Yangon. The […]

Thanakhar

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Thanakhar is a traditional cosmetic paste used predominantly in Myanmar. It is made from ground bark of certain trees, most commonly the thanakhar tree (Hesperethusa crenulata) and the wood-apple tree (Limonia acidissima). Here are some […]

Kyaukme

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Kyaukme is located on the main road from Mandalay to Lashio in Shan State of Eastern Myanmar. It is an unusually busy town with a population close to 200,000 people. Historically, Kyaukme has been the […]

Flights Resume Between Kunming and Mandalay After Earthquake Disruption

30 June 2025 — Air travel between Kunming, the capital of southwest China’s Yunnan Province, and Mandalay in Myanmar has officially resumed as of Sunday, following a three-month suspension caused by a devastating earthquake. China […]

May Htet Lu

May Htet Lu is a 22-year-old Myanmar midfielder who has represented her country at various youth levels and is currently playing for the Myanmar women’s national football team. Born on January 28, 2003, in Yangon, […]

Inle Lake

Inle Lake, Myanmar’s second-largest freshwater lake, is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar site nestled in the Shan Highlands. Renowned for its serene beauty and unique ecosystem, it spans 116 km² at an elevation of […]

Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival

The Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival is one of the most significant and vibrant religious events in Myanmar, particularly for the Shan State. Held annually at the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, located on the western […]

Thanakhar

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Nagas

An estimated 100,000 Nagas, comprised of 12 major tribes and numerous subtribes, live in Myanmar. Traditionally, Nagas lives high in the northwestern hills, along the India border, but in recent years, many have moved to […]