About Myanmar

Rattan (Cane and Caneware)

Cane (Calamus species) known in Myanmar as Kyein is found throughout the country in the moist forests of the plains and lower hills. Several species are erect, but the most useful kinds climb and scramble […]

Myanmar

One of the most exotic and colorful countries of the world, Myanmar has been a magnet for traders and travelers for centuries. The Golden Land’s heritage is complemented by the bustling business capital of Yangon. The […]

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Thanakhar

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Thanakhar is a traditional cosmetic paste used predominantly in Myanmar. It is made from ground bark of certain trees, most commonly the thanakhar tree (Hesperethusa crenulata) and the wood-apple tree (Limonia acidissima). Here are some […]

Nagas

An estimated 100,000 Nagas, comprised of 12 major tribes and numerous subtribes, live in Myanmar. Traditionally, Nagas lives high in the northwestern hills, along the India border, but in recent years, many have moved to […]

Places

Sagaing Region

Townships

Myanmar Newspapers

State-run Private Other Weekly newspapers and journals Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_newspapers_in_Myanmar

Bringing travel agents to Myanmar

Myanmar Airways International is promoting familiarisation (FAM) trips targeting overseas travel agents and so-called social influencers. The airline hopes to convince overseas tour operators and media (social influencers) to return to Myanmar to check out […]

Tazaungdaing Festival

The Tazaungdaing Festival (also known as the Festival of Lights), held on the full moon day of Tazaungmone, the eighth month of the Myanmar calendar, is celebrated as a national holiday in Myanmar and marks […]