About Yangon, Myanmar

Yangon (formerly known as Rangoon) is the largest city in Myanmar (formerly Burma). A mix of British colonial architecture, modern high-rises and gilded Buddhist pagodas define its skyline. Its famed Shwedagon Paya, a huge, shimmering pagoda complex, draws thousands of pilgrims annually. The city's other notable religious sites include the Botataung and Sule pagodas, both housing Buddhist relics.

• Area: 576 km²
• Metropolitan area: 10,170 km²
• Urban area: 598.8 km²
• Weather: 27°C, Wind W at 5 km/h, 83% Humidity
• Area code: 01
• Colleges and Universities: University of Yangon