Located in the heart of Lower Myanmar the region is host to the city of Yangon, former national capital and the largest city in the country. This is the most developed region and the main international gateway for tourism and trading. Motor roads, railroads, waterways, and airway connect Yangon City with the whole country, making it the perfect place to begin your visit in the country.

Things to see:

• Shwedagon Pagoda – the country’s spiritual landmark
• Pagodas: Sule, Kabaraye, Ko Htat Gyi, Chauk Htat Gyi
• Bogyoke Aung San Market
• Parks & lakes: Peoples park, Kandawgyi Lake
• Museums: Aung San, National
• Art galleries
• Downtown colonial buildings

​The Facts:

Region                        Lower Myanmar

Capital                        Yangon

Area                            3,967.9 sq mi

Population                 7,360,703

Demographics           Myanmar, Kayin, Rakhine, Chinese, Indians, Mon

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam

The long narrow southern part of the country bordering the Andaman Sea to the west. Jewels and pearls found in this region are popular not only in Myanmar but all over the globe.

Things to see:

• Dawei
• Maung Magan Beach
• Myeik
• Kawthaung
• Mergui Archipelago – with long sandy beaches and 800 unhabited islands
• Pagodas: Legyun Simee, Pashukyauk, Shin Motti, Shin Dat Weh
• Diving trips can also be arranged.
• Border crossing to Thailand
• Salone Festival
• Pearl Island

The Facts:

Region                        South

Capital                        Dawei

Area                            16,735.6 sq mi

Population                 1,408,401

Demographics           Myanmar, Shan, Dawei, Rakhine, Mon, Burmese-Thai, Kayin, Salone, Malay

Religions                    Buddhism, Islam

Running along the Ayeyarwady River forming a greater part of the regions east and southern boundaries and to the west you’ll meet the borders of India.

Things to see:

• Mingun – Pahtodawgyi
• Mingun Bell – the largest ringing bell
• Monywa - Thanboddhay Pagoda
• Shwebo
• Mogok
• Naga New Year Festival – usually held in January
• Sagaing Hill – admire the views at sunset
• Laeshi - Naga Village

The Facts:

Region                        Central Northwestern

Capital                        Monywa

Area                            36,179.5 sq mi

Population                 5,325,347

Demographics           Myanmar, Shan, Naga, Zomi

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Animism

Bordering China to the north, Laos to the east and Thailand to the south the Shan State covers almost a quarter of the total area of Myanmar. With it’s bordering countries this state is an important trading center between Myanmar, Thailand and China.

Things to see:

• Taunggyi
• Hot-air Balloon Festival – celebrated by decorating and lighting hot air balloons in the night skies, a spectacular festival for all
• Inle Lake
• Phaungdawoo Pagoda Festival – celebrated with boat races of the one-legged rowers
• Kakku Pagodas
• Pindaya Limestone caves

The Facts:

Region                        East central

Capital                        Taunggyi

Area                            60,155.2 sq mi

Population                 5,824,432

Demographics           Myanmar, Shan, Han-Chinese, Wa, Lisu, Danu, Intha, Lahu, Ta’ang,

Pa-O, Taungyo, Indians, Gurkha

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism

Mon state lies to the South East of the country with a short border on Thailand's Kanchanaburi Province. This state offers a variety of landscapes, from mountainous areas with Orchids and rubber plantations to coastal areas with fishing villages and fish related productions.

Things to see:

• Zeebyuthaung - Myanmar's first sea-fishing cooperative village
• Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda - Golden Rock
• golden temples
• Discover a colonial past and charming villages
• Scenic coastline

The Facts:

Region                        South Myanmar

Capital                        Mawlamyine

Area                            4,747.7 sq miles

Population                 2,054,393

Demographics           Myanmar, Chinese, Shan, Chin, Kayin

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity

In lower Myanmar, in the delta region of the Ayeyarwady River. It was traditionally part of the Mon kingdom which fell under Myanmar rule from the 11th century AD.

Known as the ‘Granary of Myanmar’ for it’s abundance of rice crop.

With many rivers and lakes it is famous for scenic beauty, fresh water fishery and major producers of the fish-paste, dried fish and dried prawns, loved by all Myanmar people.

Things to see:

• Capital city of Pathein - famous for the Pathein umbrella and Pathein Halawar (greasy rice cakes)
• japan
• Aung Bodhi Pagoda
• Legyun Yanaung Phaungdaw-Oo Pagoda
• Maha Alula Thakya Yanthi Sedatkyee Image
• Maha Loka Okshaung Kyauktawgyi Buddha
• Myat Mawtin Pagoda
• Okshit Hla Pagoda
• Pyilone Katkyaw Sutaungpyi Pagoda
• Pyinsa Mukha Marazain Pagoda
• Shwe-mu-htaw Pagoda
• Beach resorts at Chaungtha Beach – a hot spot for locals getting out of the city
• Beach resorts at Ngwe Saung
• Lake resorts at Inye Lake – a good spot to enjoy tastes of fresh water fish

The Facts:

Region                        Lower Myanmar

Capital                        Pathein

Area                            13.570 sq mi

Population                 6,184,829

Demographics           Myanmar, Rakhine, Indians, Kayin

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Islam

When travelling to these parts of Myanmar be prepared that hotel and transportation infrastructure are still less developed than some of the main destinations.

In lower Myanmar, in the delta region of the Ayeyarwady River. It was traditionally part of the Mon kingdom which fell under Myanmar rule from the 11th century AD.

Known as the ‘Granary of Myanmar’ for it’s abundance of rice crop.

With many rivers and lakes it is famous for scenic beauty, fresh water fishery and major producers of the fish-paste, dried fish and dried prawns, loved by all Myanmar people.

Things to see:

• Capital city of Pathein - famous for the Pathein umbrella and Pathein Halawar (greasy rice cakes)
• japan
• Aung Bodhi Pagoda
• Legyun Yanaung Phaungdaw-Oo Pagoda
• Maha Alula Thakya Yanthi Sedatkyee Image
• Maha Loka Okshaung Kyauktawgyi Buddha
• Myat Mawtin Pagoda
• Okshit Hla Pagoda
• Pyilone Katkyaw Sutaungpyi Pagoda
• Pyinsa Mukha Marazain Pagoda
• Shwe-mu-htaw Pagoda
• Beach resorts at Chaungtha Beach – a hot spot for locals getting out of the city
• Beach resorts at Ngwe Saung
• Lake resorts at Inye Lake – a good spot to enjoy tastes of fresh water fish

The Facts:

Region                        Lower Myanmar

Capital                        Pathein

Area                            13.570 sq mi

Population                 6,184,829

Demographics           Myanmar, Rakhine, Indians, Kayin

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Islam

When travelling to these parts of Myanmar be prepared that hotel and transportation infrastructure are still less developed than some of the main destinations.

Running along the Ayeyarwady River forming a greater part of the regions east and southern boundaries and to the west you’ll meet the borders of India.

Things to see:

• Mingun – Pahtodawgyi
• Mingun Bell – the largest ringing bell
• Monywa - Thanboddhay Pagoda
• Shwebo
• Mogok
• Naga New Year Festival – usually held in January
• Sagaing Hill – admire the views at sunset
• Laeshi - Naga Village

The Facts:

Region                        Central Northwestern

Capital                        Monywa

Area                            36,179.5 sq mi

Population                 5,325,347

Demographics           Myanmar, Shan, Naga, Zomi

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Animism

Located on the Western coast offering some of the country’s most spectacular beach resorts and getaways. 

Celebrate the State Day on 15th December.

Things to see:

• Ngapali beach – number 1 beach in Asia 2016
• Bay of Bengal
• Kanthaya
• Ramree Island – see the four-mile long lime-stone hill
• Forests
• Mrauk U

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Region                        West coastal

Capital                        Sittwe

Area                            14,200.1 sq mile

Population                 3,188,807

Demographics           Myanmar, Rakhine, Kaman, Khami, Rohingya

Religions                    Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism

Mon state lies to the South East of the country with a short border on Thailand's Kanchanaburi Province. This state offers a variety of landscapes, from mountainous areas with Orchids and rubber plantations to coastal areas with fishing villages and fish related productions.

Things to see:

• Zeebyuthaung - Myanmar's first sea-fishing cooperative village
• Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda - Golden Rock
• golden temples
• Discover a colonial past and charming villages
• Scenic coastline

The Facts:

Region                        South Myanmar

Capital                        Mawlamyine

Area                            4,747.7 sq miles

Population                 2,054,393

Demographics           Myanmar, Chinese, Shan, Chin, Kayin

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity

In the center of the country and host to Mandalay, one of the main destinations and ancient capitals as well as the national capital Naypyidaw. The country’s second International Airport has been opened in Mandalay, leading to easier access to and from the country and giving tourists more opportunities to travel.

Things to see:

• Amarapura
• U Bein Bridge – perfect for the sunset views
• Pyin U Lwin
• Mount Popa
• Ava
• Maha Myat Muni Pagoda
• Mandalay Royal Palace
• silk weaving industry of Acheik or the Traditional Myanmar Longyis

The Facts:

Region                        Central Myanmar

Capital                        Mandalay

Area                            14,650.9 sq mi

Population                 6,165,723

Demographics           Myanmar, Chinese ,Shan , Chin , Kayin, South Asians

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam

Located in the heart of Lower Myanmar the region is host to the city of Yangon, former national capital and the largest city in the country. This is the most developed region and the main international gateway for tourism and trading. Motor roads, railroads, waterways, and airway connect Yangon City with the whole country, making it the perfect place to begin your visit in the country.

Things to see:

• Shwedagon Pagoda – the country’s spiritual landmark
• Pagodas: Sule, Kabaraye, Ko Htat Gyi, Chauk Htat Gyi
• Bogyoke Aung San Market
• Parks & lakes: Peoples park, Kandawgyi Lake
• Museums: Aung San, National
• Art galleries
• Downtown colonial buildings

​The Facts:

Region                        Lower Myanmar

Capital                        Yangon

Area                            3,967.9 sq mi

Population                 7,360,703

Demographics           Myanmar, Kayin, Rakhine, Chinese, Indians, Mon

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam

In western Myanmar Chin State borders both Bangladesh and India.

One of the least developed areas of the country and has the highest poverty rate of 73%.

Things to see:

• Khonumtung (Mount Victoria) – Climb the highest peak at 10,500ft (3,200m)

§Nat-Ma-Taung - the Mount Victoria nature park

• Chin tribes: Nagas, Rakhines and Myanmar

§A beautiful heart shape lake called "Reh" close to the Indian border.

The Facts:

Region                        Western Myanmar

Capital                        Hakha

Area                            13,906.9  sq mi

Population                 478,801

Demographics           Chin

Religions                    Buddhism, Christianity

A mountainous region producing a variety of crops from rice and chilli to Apples, damsons and other fruits.

The state is a mountainous region with few transportation links.