Since the opening policy of tourism, Myanmar has become a popular destination for travelers, especially those who are Buddhists. So where is Myanmar and what attracts tourists in this country? Let’s find out in the following article!
Where is Myanmar?
Myanmar has a total area of 678,500 square kilometers (261,970 sq mi), is the largest country in mainland Southeast Asia, and is the 40th largest country in the world (after Zambia). It is slightly smaller than Texas and slightly larger than Afghanistan.
Myanmar is located between Chittagong District of Bangladesh and Assam, Nagaland and Manipur of India in the northwest. It has the longest border with Tibet and Yunnan of China in the northeast with a total length of 2,185 km (1,358 mi). Myanmar borders Laos and Thailand to the southeast. Myanmar has a 1,930 km (1,199 mi) coastline along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea in the southwest and south, occupying one-third of the total borderline.
Where is Myanmar in the map area
This country includes seven large states forming the Union of Myanmar with a population of more than 53 million, 135 ethnic groups, of which the Myanmar ethnic group accounts for 65% of the population, more than 85% of Myanmar’s population is Buddhist. The official language of Myanmar is the Burmese dialect. English-speaking businesses are also quite popular. The most populous city is Rangoon (Yangon). The capital is Naypyidaw.
The climate of Myanmar
If you want to come and explore Myanmar, besides knowing where is Myanmar, you need to know the climate of the country to have a perfect plan for tourism.
Most of Myanmar’s area is located between the Tropic and the Equator. This country is located in the Asian monsoon region, its coastal areas receive an average rainfall of 5,000 mm annually. Annual rainfall in the delta is approximately 2,500 mm, while annual average rainfall in the Dry Zone, located in central Myanmar, is less than 1,000 mm (39 in). The northern parts of the country have the coldest climate, with an average temperature of 21 ° C (70 ° F). Coastal and delta regions have an average climate of 32 ° C (90 ° F).
The entire scenery of the country of pagodas
Myanmar climate has three seasons.
– Fall from October to February next year. Autumn is more suitable for tourism in Myanmar than. From November to February, visitors to Myanmar are very crowded because of this less rainfall, mild climate.
– Rainy season, in Yangon rain all day and night, while in Bagan and Mandalay it rains a little bit. In May, July, 9 very few tourists to Myanmar.
– Summer from February to June with little or no rain.
Where is Myanmar’s destination?
1. Yangon
Yangon (formerly known as Rangoon) is the largest city in Myanmar. The city is located at the junction of Yangon River and Bago River, 30 km from Martaban Bay. The coordinates of Yangon are 16 ° 48 ‘north latitude, 96 ° 09’ east latitude (16.8, 96.15), according to the GMT / GMT +6:30 hour zone. This city is a mix of British colonial architecture with the modern high-rises and the gilded Buddhist pagodas. Tourists in Myanmar will be completely conquered by green lakes, shady parks, and lush tropical plants. This is why Yangon is called “Garden of the East”.
The famous Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon
2. Bagan
Bagan (Myanmar), one of the famous tourist attractions in Myanmar, is known for the temples and hot air balloons. So where is Myanmar’s popular and ancient city? Bagan is currently located in the dry land of central Myanmar, on the eastern bank of the Ayeyarwady River, about 600 km from Yangon, 145 km southwest of Mandalay, in the Mandalay Region. The coordinates of Bagan are 21.1717° north latitude, 94.8585° east latitude, according to the GMT / GMT +6:30 hour zone. It covers an area of about 25 square miles with hundreds of temples, monasteries. These temples were built between the mid – 11th century and the end of the 13th century. They make Bagan a popular cultural destination in Myanmar.
3. Mandalay
Mandalay (coordinates 21 ° 58’B 96 ° 04’D) is the second largest city in Myanmar with a population of 927,000 in 2005. The metropolitan area covering around 2.5 million people. It is the capital of Burma’s last royal court and the capital of the Mandalay Region. The Ayeyarwady River that flows to the west embrace the city. Mandalay is 716 km in the north of Yangon. This city is located in the heart of the dry Myanmar region. It is the economic center of Upper Burma and is considered the center of Burmese culture.
4. Inle Lake
If you come to Myanmar without visiting Inle Lake, that’s mean you have never been to Myanmar. Many travelers wonder where is Myanmar’s Inle Lake, because this lake is considered a jewel of this country. The charming landscapes along with the unique culture of the Inthar will definitely bring you a wonderful experience. It is part of Shan State (coordinates 20.5863° N, 96.9102° E). The lake is about 889 meters above sea level, surrounded by high mountains and covers an area of 220 square kilometers. When you visit the lake, thing that surprise you is the peaceful and familiar scene.
The peaceful life of people around Inle Lake
5. Mrauk-U
The Mrauk U ( coordinates 20.5935° N, 93.1930° E) archaeological site is located near the western border and is Myanmar’s second largest temple, after Bagan. The temple here is built of stone bricks, unlike the mud-brick temples in Bagan. Here you can admire the temples dating back to the 15th century, lying in the hills and small villages. In particular, you will feel like this is the land of legend because the fog covers the city in the morning. You can also visit the riverside villages to experience a more exciting adventure. The typical Mrauk U’s temples that you should visit are Shite-kung, Htukkanthein, Koe-kung, Andaw-thein, Lemyethna, Ratana and the Ngu Nhan pagoda. Of which Shite-thaung pagoda has the most monumental and most archaeological significance.
Hopefully through this article, you can imagine where is Myanmar and the location of popular destinations here!
