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   Yangon (Burmese: ရန်ကုန်; pronounced [jàɰ̃.ɡòʊɰ̃]), formerly romanized as Rangoon, is the capital of the Yangon Region and the largest city of Myanmar (also known as Burma). Yangon served as the capital of Myanmar until 2006, when the military government relocated the administrative functions to the purpose-built capital ...

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3. www.britannica.com › place › YangonYangon | Map, Myanmar, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   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 requested that Yangon, a transliteration reflecting the Burmese pronunciation of the city’s name, be used by other countries.

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4. www.lonelyplanet.com › myanmar-burma › yangon-rangoonYangon travel - Lonely Planet | Myanmar (Burma), Asia

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   From huge Buddha statues to beach resorts and river pagodas, there's plenty to see beyond Myanmar's biggest city. Here are the best day trips from Yangon.

5. www.tripadvisor.com › Tourism-g294191-YangonYangon (Rangoon), Myanmar: All You Must Know Before You Go ...

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   Yangon (Rangoon) Tourism: Tripadvisor has 142,489 reviews of Yangon (Rangoon) Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Yangon (Rangoon) resource.

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   Things to Do in Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar: See Tripadvisor's 142,558 traveller reviews and photos of Yangon (Rangoon) tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Yangon (Rangoon). Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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   Why is Yangon called Yangon?

   • 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 that Yangon, a transliteration reflecting the Burmese pronunciation of the city’s name, be used by other countries.

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   Is Yangon a city?

   • Yangon River, Yangon, Myanmar. Yangon, city, capital of independent Myanmar (Burma) from 1948 to 2006, when the government officially proclaimed the new city of Nay Pyi Taw (Naypyidaw) the capital of the country.

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   When did Rangoon become a capital of Burma?

   • Rangoon was taken by the British at the outbreak of the First Anglo-Burmese War in 1824 but was restored to Burmese control two years later. The city was taken again in 1852 by the British, who made it the administrative capital of Lower Burma (i.e., the southern part of the country).

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   Why was Rangoon renamed Yangon?

   • After the area was conquered by King Alaungpaya in 1755, the village was renamed Yangon and its importance as a port grew. In 1852 it was seriously damaged by the invading British, who called it Rangoon and rebuilt it to their own plans; in 1885 the British made Rangoon their capital after expelling the last Burmese king from Mandalay.

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8. www.roughguides.com › myanmar-burma › yangonYangon (Rangoon) Travel Guide | What to do in Yangon (Rangoon)

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   Apr 26, 2021 · Learn about Yangon's history, culture, attractions and accommodation in this comprehensive guide. Find out how to visit Shwedagon Paya, Bogyoke Aung San Market, colonial-era buildings and more.

9. destinations.ai › things-to-do-in-rangoon28 Fun & Best Things to Do in Rangoon, Myanmar

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   Feb 1, 2024 · Things to Do in Rangoon, Myanmar. 1. Unveiling the Colossal Calm at Chaukhtatgyi Buddha Temple Sunwand24 / Shutterstock. Address: R567+MFQ, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma) Welcome to the unsung soul of Rangoon, an oasis of tranquility in the midst of chaos – The Chaukhtatgyi Buddha Temple.