Fun facts about Pathein
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The name Pathein is believed to derive from the Old Mon name meaning 'big sea'.
Pathein
Myanmar
Pathein, formerly called Bassein, is the largest city and the capital of the Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar. It is located 190 km (120 mi) west of Yangon within Pathein Township on the bank of the Pathein River—a western branch of the Irrawaddy River. The city had a population of 172,923 in 2019.
From the “Etymology” section
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Pathein was first founded in 325 BCE by a King named Sri Dhammasoka.
Pathein
Myanmar
Pathein, formerly called Bassein, is the largest city and the capital of the Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar. It is located 190 km (120 mi) west of Yangon within Pathein Township on the bank of the Pathein River—a western branch of the Irrawaddy River. The city had a population of 172,923 in 2019.
From the “History” section
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Pathein is accessible to large vessels and is the most important delta port outside of Yangon.
Pathein
Myanmar
Pathein, formerly called Bassein, is the largest city and the capital of the Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar. It is located 190 km (120 mi) west of Yangon within Pathein Township on the bank of the Pathein River—a western branch of the Irrawaddy River. The city had a population of 172,923 in 2019.
From the “Geography and economy” section
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The city experiences a sustained period of extraordinary rainfall from June through August.
Pathein
Myanmar
Pathein, formerly called Bassein, is the largest city and the capital of the Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar. It is located 190 km (120 mi) west of Yangon within Pathein Township on the bank of the Pathein River—a western branch of the Irrawaddy River. The city had a population of 172,923 in 2019.
From the “Climate” section
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The 6,000-seat Ayar Stadium is home to Ayeyawady United F.C., a Myanmar National League football club.
Pathein
Myanmar
Pathein, formerly called Bassein, is the largest city and the capital of the Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar. It is located 190 km (120 mi) west of Yangon within Pathein Township on the bank of the Pathein River—a western branch of the Irrawaddy River. The city had a population of 172,923 in 2019.
From the “Sports” section
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