Yangon
Although its status as the capital city was replaced by Naypyidaw in 2005, Yangon is still the most significant commercial and art centre. This city preserves the history and traditions of Myanmar, but also shows the changes after the nation has converged with the world again.
Yangon was a small fishing village in the past. It was only founded after King Alaungpaya conquered the village in 1755 and added settlements around it for development. During the British colonisation, the British moved the capital to Yangon. In Burmese, Yangon is derived from yan and koun, meaning “enemies or wars” and “run out of”. The combination thus implies “peace”. After the British colonialisation and Japanese occupation, Myanmar declared independence and set Yangon as her capital. Since then, Yangon has become an urban city with diversity.
Yangon has the world-famous Shwedagon Pagoda where monks and Buddhists are worshipping sincerely while tourists are strolling around to take photos. In downtown Yangon, you can find the Bogyoke Aung San Market and other buildings in tints of colonialism. For the two artificial lakes built in the colonial period, Inya Lake and Kandawgyi Lake are the romantic places to escape from the urban hustle. As Myanmar has implemented policies for democracy in recent years to reconnect with the world, Yangon is transforming rapidly with more modern restaurants, bars and malls. However, the sincerity and purity of Yangon have never been overshadowed by the new age.
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Although its status as the capital city was replaced by Naypyidaw in 2005, Yangon is still the most significant commercial and art centre. This city preserves the history and traditions of Myanmar, but also shows the changes after the nation has converged with the world again.
Yangon was a small fishing village in the past. It was only founded after King Alaungpaya conquered the village in 1755 and added settlements around it for development. During the British colonisation, the British moved the capital to Yangon. In Burmese, Yangon is derived from yan and koun, meaning “enemies or wars” and “run out of”. The combination thus implies “peace”. After the British colonialisation and Japanese occupation, Myanmar declared independence and set Yangon as her capital. Since then, Yangon has become an urban city with diversity.
Yangon has the world-famous Shwedagon Pagoda where monks and Buddhists are worshipping sincerely while tourists are strolling around to take photos. In downtown Yangon, you can find the Bogyoke Aung San Market and other buildings in tints of colonialism. For the two artificial lakes built in the colonial period, Inya Lake and Kandawgyi Lake are the romantic places to escape from the urban hustle. As Myanmar has implemented policies for democracy in recent years to reconnect with the world, Yangon is transforming rapidly with more modern restaurants, bars and malls. However, the sincerity and purity of Yangon have never been overshadowed by the new age.
Extended reading: (Chinese only)
The average temperature over the year is 28°C. April is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 31°C; January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of 25°C.The average monthlyrainfall in the city is 151.6mm.
The official currency of Yangon is the Kyat (MMK).
The official currency of Yangon is the Kyat (MMK).
It is considered rude to touch a person’s head because it is the most esteemed part of the body for the people in Myanmar. Shoes and socks are always taken off upon entering homes, monasteries and pagoda compounds. Avoid wearing clothes that are too short or too transparent when visiting monasteries and pagoda compounds.
Women’s htamein (a traditional Burmese long dress) is considered unclean, and it is strictly forbidden to dry at the height above the head. Avoid passing through the women's htamein that is drying.
Do not use leg and feet to make signals, kick objects or touch others as these are considered impolite.
People in Myanmar have rice as their staple food. They usually have western style breakfast and Chinese food for lunch and dinner.
Local people usually have rice with Ngapi (pungent pastes made of either fish or shrimp), chilli and Roselle in soup. Myanmar is located near the seas and rivers, fish and shrimps are thus freshly served as ingredients for many local delicacies.
Mohinga is a typical local dish that rice noodle is well-blended in fish soup with a fresh taste. The locals like to serve family and friends with it.
230V, 50Hz, Type C, D, F and G.
Tourists can take buses, circular railway and taxis in the city. As most of the taxis are not metered, you are advised to negotiate the fare with the driver before getting on it. Using the app “Grab” to call for taxis is also a possible choice.
Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Address: No.1, Pyidaungsu Yeiktha Road, Dagon Township, Yangon, Myanmar
Tel: (95) 951-221-280 or (95) 951-221-281
Email: chinaemb_mm@mfa.gov.cn
Website: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Office hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-12:00 and 14:00-16:30 (except public holidays of China and Myanmar)
Emergency numbers
Medical emergency: 192
Police: 199
Fire brigade: 191
HKSAR passport holders can enjoy visa-free access to Myanmar from now until 30 September 2020. The duration of stay allowed is 30 days.
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光明节 | 10月28日
光明节是犹太人的一个庆祝光明的节日。每年十二月的圣诞节是普天同庆的日子，但犹太人到今日仍对主耶稣抱持拒绝的态度，与二千年前无异所以圣诞节对犹太人而言并无意义，他们也不感兴趣。犹太人虽然不庆祝圣诞节，但在每年与圣诞节相若的日子，郤有另一个节期，那就是圣经中的修殿节。
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