Yangon | Map, Myanmar, History, Pronunciation Facts | Britannica Yangon is the largest city in Myanmar and the industrial and commercial centre of the country It was known abroad as Rangoon until 1989, when the government of Myanmar requested that Yangon, a transliteration reflecting the Burmese pronunciation of the city’s name, be used by other countries
25 Best Things to Do in Yangon (Myanmar) - The Crazy Tourist Yangon is the former capital city of Myanmar and this is also the largest city in the country The city is famous for having a mix of gorgeous colonial architecture which is located alongside traditional pagodas covered in gold leaf and studded with jewels
What To See In Yangon – Myanmar’s Original Capital City Yangon, the former capital of Myanmar, is a city that captivates visitors with its rich history, vibrant culture, and captivating landmarks From the majestic Shwedagon Pagoda to the serene Kandawgyi Lake, there are countless attractions that offer a unique glimpse into the city’s heritage
Yangon - Yangon - Myanmar National Portal Yangon is an incredibly busy city with a surprising number of parks and gardens Downtown is a bustling hive of activity yet here you can visit the Maha Bandula Park Home to Independence Monument and some imposing statues of the mythical chinthe (lion), it is an oasis of green with refreshing fountains
Yangon travel - Lonely Planet | Myanmar (Burma), Asia The 6 best day trips from Yangon: Buddhist treasures, ancient cities, and sacred snakes Mar 24, 2022 • 6 min read From huge Buddha statues to beach resorts and river pagodas, there's plenty to see beyond Myanmar's biggest city Here are the best day trips from Yangon
Yangon Myanmar | Rangoon Burma Yangon is the former capital of Myanmar and still the largest city of the country with a population of 4 million people The British called the city Rangoon in 1885 when they occupied the country In 1989 the burmese go vernment gave the city his historical name, Yangon, which means “End of Strife”
Yangon - tourismmyanmar. org The garden city of Yangon maintains its charm with wide, tree-lined avenues, tranquil lakes and majestic colonial architecture It is home to one of the ancient wonders of the world, Shwedagon Pagoda, a 98-metre-high stupa whose golden glow can be seen from throughout the city
Yangon – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Yangon (Burmese: ရန်ကုန်), formerly known in English as Rangoon, was the capital of Myanmar until it was replaced by Naypyidaw in 2005 Western governments and Aung San Suu Kyi's NLD party still use the old English name as a sign of non-recognition of the military government that changed the name