Fun facts about Monywa
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Monywa and neighbouring parts of the 'Dry Valley' are the only places in Southeast Asia with a hot semi-arid climate.
Monywa
Myanmar
Monywa is a city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar, located 136 kilometres (85 mi) north-west of Mandalay on the eastern bank of the River Chindwin. Monywa is one of the most economically important cities in Myanmar. It is also known as 'Neem City' because many of the city's streets are lined with neem trees.
From the “Climate” section
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Monywa is generally recognized as the capital of the Sagaing Region, despite objections from some civil society groups.
Monywa
Myanmar
Monywa is a city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar, located 136 kilometres (85 mi) north-west of Mandalay on the eastern bank of the River Chindwin. Monywa is one of the most economically important cities in Myanmar. It is also known as 'Neem City' because many of the city's streets are lined with neem trees.
From the “Capital status” section
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Monywa is often described as the center of poetry in Upper Myanmar.
Monywa
Myanmar
Monywa is a city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar, located 136 kilometres (85 mi) north-west of Mandalay on the eastern bank of the River Chindwin. Monywa is one of the most economically important cities in Myanmar. It is also known as 'Neem City' because many of the city's streets are lined with neem trees.
From the “Culture” section
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Monywa's rough cotton blankets have provided 80% of Myanmar's blankets for a century.
Monywa
Myanmar
Monywa is a city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar, located 136 kilometres (85 mi) north-west of Mandalay on the eastern bank of the River Chindwin. Monywa is one of the most economically important cities in Myanmar. It is also known as 'Neem City' because many of the city's streets are lined with neem trees.
From the “Economy” section
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The Maha Bodhi Tahtaung Laykyun Sekkya standing Buddha statue in Monywa is the 3rd tallest statue in the world.
Monywa
Myanmar
Monywa is a city in Sagaing Region, Myanmar, located 136 kilometres (85 mi) north-west of Mandalay on the eastern bank of the River Chindwin. Monywa is one of the most economically important cities in Myanmar. It is also known as 'Neem City' because many of the city's streets are lined with neem trees.
From the “Attractions” section
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