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Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw is the capital and third-largest city of Myanmar, located at the centre of the Naypyidaw Union Territory. This entirely planned city officially replaced Yangon as the administrative capital in 2005, making it a unique and modern addition to Myanmar's urban landscape.

Quick facts

Population
—
Currency
Burmese kyat (MMK)
Language
Burmese
Timezone
+0630 (UTC+6:30)
Local time now
01:37:23

Hotels in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw offers a range of hotel accommodation for visitors to Myanmar's capital city. Options include establishments such as Myat Mingalar Hotel, Aureum Palace (Shwe Nan Taw) Hotel, and Thingaha Hotel, providing various choices for travelers seeking lodging in the area. See all hotels →

နန်းရွှေပြည်အိမ်ခြံမြေ
3.7 km from centre
ကျောက်စိမ်းဟိုတယ်
4.0 km from centre
Myat Mingalar Hotel
6.0 km from centre

Airports in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw is served by Naypyidaw International Airport, which provides domestic and international flight connections for visitors and residents traveling to and from Myanmar's capital city. See all airports →

နေပြည်တော် အပြည်ပြည်ဆိုင်ရာ လေဆိပ်
19.6 km from centre

Car Hire in Naypyidaw

Renting a car in Naypyidaw gives you the flexibility to explore Myanmar's capital city and surrounding regions at your own pace. Several local car rental services, including Global Ways Car Rental Services and Mranma, offer vehicle hire options for visitors and residents alike. See all car hire →

Things to Do in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw, Myanmar's capital city, offers visitors a glimpse into the nation's governance and administrative heart. The city features several notable government buildings including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Finance & Revenue, Ministry of Co-Operative, Ministry of Mines, and the Union Civil Service Board, which reflect the city's role as the center of Myanmar's political and administrative operations. See all things to do →

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
960 m from centre
Ministry of Finance & Revenue
1.2 km from centre
Ministry of Co-Operative
1.6 km from centre
Ministry of Mines
2.1 km from centre
Union Civil Service Board
2.1 km from centre
Union Government Office
2.2 km from centre

Restaurants in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw offers a variety of dining establishments reflecting local and regional cuisine. From restaurants like Myo Ma Zay Land Restaurant to YKKO and Mawkhannoon, visitors can discover authentic Myanmar dining experiences throughout the city. See all restaurants →

Myo Ma Zay Land Restaurant
3.2 km from centre
YKKO
4.2 km from centre
YKKO
4.2 km from centre

Swimming Pools in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw offers swimming pool facilities for residents and visitors. ရေပန်းဥယာဉ် is among the swimming venues available in the city. See all swimming pools →

ရေပန်းဥယာဉ်
3.5 km from centre

Spas in Naypyidaw

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Nightlife in Naypyidaw

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Bars in Naypyidaw

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Cafes in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw offers a selection of cafes where visitors and locals can relax and enjoy refreshments. Notable establishments in the city include ရွှေစင်မိုး and Shwe Lae Taw, providing convenient spots to experience local cafe culture. See all cafes →

ရွှေစင်မိုး
4.2 km from centre
Shwe Lae Taw
4.5 km from centre

Shopping in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw offers modern shopping experiences at several key destinations including Ga Mone Pwint Shopping Mall, Junction Centre, and Ocean Supercenter. These venues provide a range of retail options for visitors and residents alike. See all shopping →

Ga Mone Pwint Shopping Mall
4.2 km from centre
Junction Centre
6.8 km from centre
Ocean Supercenter
7.0 km from centre

Nature & Wildlife in Naypyidaw

Naypyidaw offers several natural spaces for visitors to explore, including botanical gardens and landscaped parks. Notable attractions include Jade Garden, water fountain garden, and other verdant areas that showcase the city's commitment to green spaces. See all nature & wildlife →

ဆေးဖက်ဝင်အပင်များဆေးဥယျာဉ်တော်
2.6 km from centre
water fountain garden
3.4 km from centre
နေပြည်တော် ရေပန်း ဥယျာဉ်
3.6 km from centre
Kumudra Kyar Pan Roung About
4.1 km from centre
Jade Garden
4.4 km from centre
ဧကတစ်ထောင် ပန်းခြံ
7.0 km from centre

Climate snapshot

Naypyidaw experiences a tropical climate typical of central Myanmar, with distinct wet and dry seasons. The monsoon season brings heavy rainfall, while the dry season offers more pleasant conditions for visiting.

Interesting Facts About Naypyidaw — Weird & Wonderful

  • Naypyidaw is an entirely planned city, making it unusual among Myanmar's cities.
  • The city was previously known only as Pyinmana District before becoming the capital.
  • Naypyidaw officially replaced Yangon as the administrative capital on 6 November 2005.
  • The city's official name was revealed to the public on Armed Forces Day, 27 March 2006.
  • Naypyidaw is not part of any state or region, instead forming its own Union Territory.

Frequently Asked Questions About Naypyidaw

What currency is used in Naypyidaw?

The currency used in Naypyidaw is the Myanmar Kyat (MMK), the official currency of Myanmar.

What language is spoken in Naypyidaw?

Burmese is the primary language spoken in Naypyidaw, as it is throughout Myanmar.

When did Naypyidaw become the capital?

Naypyidaw officially became the administrative capital of Myanmar on 6 November 2005, replacing Yangon.

Is Naypyidaw a planned city?

Yes, Naypyidaw is entirely planned, which is unusual among Myanmar's cities, and it is not part of any state or region.

What timezone is Naypyidaw in?

Naypyidaw is in the Asia/Yangon timezone.

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