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).

Jan 3, 2026 · 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 …

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 …

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 …

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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 ...

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 …

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 is the main gateway to Myanmar and the country’s largest city but it is no longer the capital. The new capital of Naypyidaw opened for business in 2005. Evergreen and cool with …

4 days ago · The former capital of Myanmar, and its largest city, Yangon and first entry for most international visitors.