Yangon is located in Lower Burma (Myanmar) at the convergence of the Yangon and Bago Rivers about 30 km (19 mi) away from the Gulf of Martaban at 16°48' North, 96°09' East (16.8, 96.15).

Dec 28, 2025 · 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 …

As the country's former capital, Yangon is the largest and most cosmopolitan city in Myanmar, where you can find nightlife, quality international restaurants, and many of the country's museums. The city …

Aug 15, 2025 · Yangon, the former capital of Myanmar, is a city of contrasts where colonial-era architecture stands alongside vibrant street markets and ancient Buddhist temples. With a rich …

Yangon, sometimes romanised in English as Rangoon, is the capital of the Yangon Region and the largest city of Myanmar. Yangon was the capital of Myanmar until ...

Oct 31, 2025 · Yangon is one of the safest cities to travel in for both first-timers in Southeast Asia and solo travelers alike. The following list and questions with answers below were developed from both …

Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is the largest city and the former capital of Myanmar (Burma). Located in the southern part of the country, it serves as a bustling economic and cultural hub.

Yangon originated as a small town called Dagon on the outskirts of the ancient kingdom of Okkalapa. In 1755 the founder of the Third Myanmar Empire, King Alaungpaya – who reigned from upper …

Dec 27, 2025 · Voters in Myanmar have voted in the first phase of the country’s general election. The polls are being held under military rule amid a civil war.

Jul 9, 2024 · Mystical and alluring, frustrating and fascinating, warm and friendly, chaotic and yet calm…that is Yangon for you. In short, Yangon, the biggest city of Myanmar (formerly Burma) has a …