The Top 50

Cities in Myanmar (Burma)

The most important cities in Myanmar (Burma) at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.

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Ma Yin Gyi
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Ma Yin Gyi

A remote coastal village in Myanmar, providing access to Nabule Beach, one of the country's most spectacular and untouched stretches of sand.

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Kalaw
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Kalaw

A former British hill station offering cool climate, pine forests, and the starting point for famous treks to Inle Lake.

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Dawei
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Dawei

Dawei is a charming coastal city in southern Myanmar, known for its colonial architecture and pristine beaches like Maungmagan.

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Chaungtha
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Chaungtha

A lively beach popular with locals, known for its vibrant atmosphere, seafood, and family-friendly vibe.

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Hsipaw
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Hsipaw

A relaxed town in the Shan highlands, famous for trekking to ethnic hill villages and its historic Shan Palace.

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Ngapali Beach
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Ngapali Beach

Myanmar's premier beach destination features pristine white sands and turquoise waters backed by palm trees.

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Putao
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Putao

A remote gateway to the Eastern Himalayas, famous for trekking, snow-capped peaks, and rare biodiversity.

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Inle Lake
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Inle Lake

A freshwater lake in Shan State, world-renowned for its leg-rowing fishermen, floating gardens, and stilt villages.

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Kengtung
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Kengtung

A picturesque town in eastern Shan State, known for its traditional architecture and ethnic diversity.

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Ngwe Saung
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Ngwe Saung

Known as 'Silver Beach', this destination offers endless sandy shores and a relaxed vibe near the Delta.

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Lashio
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Lashio

The largest town in northern Shan State and an important trading center near the Chinese border.

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Muse
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Muse

An important border town in northern Shan State, characterized by heavy trade with China.

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Nyaung-U
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Nyaung-U

A town on the Irrawaddy River, serving as the main access point to the ancient temples of Bagan.

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Kyaukpyu
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Kyaukpyu

A coastal town on Ramree Island in Rakhine State, known for its important deep-sea port.

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Dawei
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Dawei

A coastal city in southern Myanmar, known for its tropical beaches and rubber plantations.

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Loikaw
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Loikaw

The capital of Kayah State, known for the picturesque Taung Kwe Pagoda on a limestone hill.

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Bago
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Bago

A historic city formerly known as Pegu, home to many Buddhist monuments.

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Sagaing
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Sagaing

The capital of the Sagaing Region, famous for its many Buddhist monasteries on the hills.

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Taungoo
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Taungoo

A historic city in the Bago Region, known for its forestry and teak production.

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Myitkyina
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Myitkyina

The northernmost capital in Myanmar, an important trading center for jade and gemstones.

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Thandwe
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Thandwe

A coastal town in Rakhine State, serving as the gateway to the famous Ngapali Beach.

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Pakokku
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Pakokku

A bustling city on the Irrawaddy River, known for its trade in tobacco and cotton.

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Hpa-An
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Hpa-An

The capital of Kayin State, surrounded by striking karst mountains and deep caves.

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Pathein
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Pathein

A port city in the Irrawaddy Delta, famous for making traditional parasols.

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Pyay
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Pyay

An important commercial city on the Irrawaddy River with ancient historical ruins nearby.

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Monywa
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Monywa

A major commercial city on the Chindwin River, known for its giant Buddha statues.

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Taunggyi
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Taunggyi

The capital of Shan State, located on a ridge and known for its cool climate.

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Myeik
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Myeik

A port city in southern Myanmar, famous for its seafood and pearl trade.

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Pyin Oo Lwin
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Pyin Oo Lwin

A scenic hill station near Mandalay, known for its pleasant climate.

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Myingyan
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Myingyan

An industrial city in the Irrawaddy River valley, known for its cotton cultivation.

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Mandalay
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Mandalay

The second-largest city in the country, known for its rich history and culture.

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Hakha
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Hakha

The capital of Chin State, located high in the mountains with spectacular views.

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Magway
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Magway

The capital of the Magway Region, known for the production of edible oil and sesame.

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Kawthaung
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Kawthaung

The southernmost city of Myanmar and the gateway to the pristine Mergui Archipelago.

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Meiktila
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Meiktila

A strategically important city in central Myanmar, on the shores of Lake Meiktila.

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Naypyidaw
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Naypyidaw

The modern capital of Myanmar, known for its vast and quiet streets.

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Yangon
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Yangon

The largest city in Myanmar and its former economic and cultural center.

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Mawlamyine
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Mawlamyine

The fourth-largest city in Myanmar, located on the banks of the Thanlwin River.

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Hinthada
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Hinthada

A bustling city in the Ayeyarwady Region, famous for its rice farming.

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Sittwe
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Sittwe

A port city in the Bay of Bengal and the capital of Rakhine State.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the largest cities in Myanmar (Burma)?

This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.

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