Nay Pyi Taw

Nay Pyi Taw (pronounced ‘Naypiddaw’), means ‘Abode of Kings’, is the administrative capital of the Union of Myanmar. Naypyitaw have been founded on a green field site some 3 kilometres west of Pyinmana. Naypyidaw is located between the Bago Yoma and Shan Yoma mountain ranges.  Centrally located, it is 376 km from Yangon and 274 km from Mandalay, being easily accessible from all parts of the Union.

Naypyidaw Union Territory consists of 2 districts (Ottarathiri Dirtrict and Dekkhinathiri District) subdivided into 8 townships. Pyinmana, Lewe, and Tatkone townships were all formerly part of Yamethin District in Mandalay Region. Ottarathiri, Dekkhinathiri, Popphathiri, Zabuthiri, and Zeyathiri are all new townships under construction. The construction of new townships is part of this effort to make Naypyidaw a more appealing destination for visitors. So far, the results have been promising, with a number of businesses and hotels already setting up operations in the union territory. Several new hotels have been built, and a number of attractions are being developed, including a golf course, an amusement park, and a safari park. With its modern facilities and convenient location, Naypyidaw is poised to become a major tourism destination in Myanmar.

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