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Myanmar, known as the Golden Earth in the olden
days for its fertile land and rich natural resources is the largest
country in the South-east Asia borders with Bangladesh, India,
China, Laos and Thailand. Total land area is about 677,000sq.km.
It is about the size of Texas and the size of United Kingdom and
France combined. The country stretches over 2090 km from north
to south and over 925 km from east to west. It has a 2832 km long
coastline on the Indian Ocean. Over 50percent of the total land
area is covered with forest.
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Climate |
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Myanmar mainly enjoys a tropical climate with
three seasons, namely; the Hot Season, the Rainy Season and the
Cold Season. Average temperature ranges from 32'C in central and
lower areas to 21'C in northern highlands.
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The Union of Myanmar has a
population of over 49 million. Myanmar is a union of 135 ethnic
groups but the major races are Kachin, Kayah, Karan, Chin, Mon,
Bamar, Rakhine and Shan. |
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Religion |
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90 percent of Myanmar embraces Buddhism. The
rest practice Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and animism.
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Culture |
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Myanmar lies on the cross-road of two of the
world's great civilizations China and India - but it culture is
neither that of India nor that of China exclusively, but a blend
of both interspersed with Myanmar native traits and characteristics.
Buddhism has greatly influence on the daily lives of Myanmar.
The people have preserved the tradition of close family ties,
respect for elders, reverence for Buddhism and simple native dress.
Myanmars are contended and cheerful even in the face of adversities
and known for their simple hospitality and friendliness.
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Light, casual wear, preferably cotton is suitable
all year round. Cardigans of light jerkin, when visiting northern
Myanmar in the cold season and an umbrella during the rainy season
are suggested. Sandals or slippers are convenient, as the dress
code for pagodas and monasteries prescribe decent apparel and
no footwear (i.e removal of shoes and socks).
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Language |
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The official language is Myanmar. English is
widely spoken and understood.
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It is a transitional economy moving from 26 years
of centrally planned socialist economy to market-oriented economy.
Private sector has been encouraged and developed in both domestic
and external trade. Foreign investment is allowed in almost all
sector of the economy. Agriculture remains the main sector of
the economy. In industry, small and medium enterprises are given
priority in agro-based industries. Myanmar has enormous potentials
for long-term economic development.
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