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).

3 days ago · 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

4 days ago · YANGON – Myanmar’s junta said on Dec 26 it will lift a curfew imposed in Yangon since its 2021 coup, just days before the start of elections it touts as a return to normality. The …

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) …