Myanmar
Myanmar is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. Its capital is Naypyidaw, with a population of approximately 54.4M and a total area of 676,578 km². The official language is Burmese and the currency is the Kyat (MMK).
📊 Quick Facts about Myanmar
Myanmar covers an area of 676,578 km² with a population density of 80/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $65.1B ($1,197 per capita) and gained independence in 1948. It has a coastline of 2,832 km.
Myanmar produces over 90% of the world's jade and was historically the world's primary source of rubies. The ancient city of Bagan contains more than 3,500 Buddhist temples and pagodas, more sacred structures per square mile than almost anywhere on Earth.
✈️ Travel Information for Myanmar
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🏛 Must-See Places in Myanmar
A vast plain of over 3,500 Buddhist pagodas dating from the 9th–13th century
A 99m gold-plated pagoda in Yangon housing sacred relics, the holiest site in Myanmar
A highland lake where fishermen row with one leg and villages float on the water
The last royal palace of the Burmese kings, surrounded by a moat in the cultural capital
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What is the capital of Myanmar?
The capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw.
What continent is Myanmar in?
Myanmar is located in Asia, in the Southeast Asia region.
What currency does Myanmar use?
Myanmar uses the Kyat (MMK). The international calling code is +95.
What is the GDP of Myanmar?
Myanmar has a GDP of $65.1B, with a GDP per capita of $1,197.
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