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Myanmar
Southeast Asian country formerly named Burma but renamed Myanmar in 1989
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- In the region, now part of the country- Myanmar (Burma), a group of Tibeto- Burman speaking people called 'Pyu' were the earliest people in the recorded history to settle there around 2nd BCE and built several Pyu city-states, mostly around Irrawady River.
- Around 9th Century, another group of Tibeto- Burman speaking people called 'Bamar' (aka. Mranma/Burman/Burmese) migrated into the region and they built the First Burmese Kingdom known as Pagan(Bagan) Kingdom which includes most areas of the country of Myanmar now, and 'Pyu' were absorbed into Burmese ethnic by 13th Century and Pyu language is no longer spoken.
People from Europe had known the existence of the Asia continent through trading via 'The Silk Road' and sea routes.
- Niccolo de Conti was the first European who was an Italian merchant to visit to the region, now called Myanmar (Burma) around 1421.
- During 16th, 17th, 18th Century, Myanmar (Burma) was trading with Portuguese, Dutch, French and British.
- British Raj and Burmese Empire (Konbaung Dynasty) fought the First War in 1824, British taking over some of western and southern parts of Burmese Empire.
- The Second War between British and Burmese resulted Burmese Kingdom lost Lower Burma to British in 1852.
- After the Third War in 1885 between British and the struggling Burmese Kingdom, British gained the whole of Burma and started British Rule in Burma which lasted over 60 years.
When was the Burma railway finished?
the Burma Railway is a railway 415 km (280 miles) long railway stretching between Thailand and Burma.
What country has the capital of Yangon?
Yangon, also known as Rangoon, is a former capital of Myanmar (Burma) and the capital of Yangon Region.
The Chinese community in Myanmar is estimated to number between 1 to 3 million people, though exact figures can vary due to factors like migration and differing definitions of ethnicity. The majority of Chinese in Myanmar reside in areas bordering China, particularly in Shan State and Kachin State, and they are involved in various sectors, including trade and agriculture. The community often maintains cultural ties with China while also integrating into Myanmar's diverse society.
When did Burma become part of the british empire?
Upper Burma was annexed after the Anglo-Burmese War in 1885 CE. England had complete dominion over Burma by 1897 CE.
Name a famous sport personality from Myanmar?
None come to mind easily so let's list the athletes that competed in the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing for Myanmar:
1) Lee Win Lei - competed in women's 200 meter dash.
2) Myo Aung Nay - competed in men's archery.
3) Myint Tayzar Phone - competed in men's kayaking and was the flag bearer at the opening ceremony.
4) Min Thu Soe - competed in men's 5000 meter run.
5) Shwe Zin Latt - competed in women's single sculls rowing.
6) Kyaw Zin - competed in men's 50 meter freestyle swimming.
