Naypyidaw, Myanmar
Republic of the Union of Myanmar
As the capital of Myanmar, this city offers museums, historic sites, and local cuisine.
📖 About Naypyidaw
Naypyidaw, officially romanised as Nay Pyi Taw (NPT), is the capital and third-largest city of Myanmar.
The city is located at the centre of the Naypyidaw Union Territory.
It is unusual among Myanmar's cities in that it is an entirely planned city outside of any state or region. The city, previously known only as Pyinmana District, officially replaced Yangon as the administrative capital of Myanmar on 6 November 2005; its official name was revealed to the public on Armed Forces Day, 27 March 2006.
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Total Budget
$1,540
$110 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers
Accommodation
$60 per night
Food & Dining
$24 per day
Local Transport
$10 per day
Entertainment
Budget Tips for Naypyidaw
- Street food is delicious, safe, and incredibly cheap
- Always negotiate prices at markets
- Motorbike taxis are the cheapest transport option
- Avoid tourist areas for better prices
Myanmar Facts
🏛️ Capital
Naypyidaw
🌍 Continent
Asia
📐 Area
676,578 km²
📞 Phone Code
+95
💰 Currency
Burmese kyat
Ks (MMK)
🗺️ Region
South-Eastern Asia
🗣️ Languages Spoken:
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
2 sites in Myanmar
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