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The name Taunggyi means 'big mountain' in Burmese, referencing a ridge on the east of the city.
Taunggyi
Myanmar
Taunggyi is the capital and largest city of Shan State, Myanmar. It also serves as the administrative seat of Southern Shan State. Situated on the eastern mountains of Myanmar at an elevation of 4,712 feet above sea level, it is a city known for its pleasant and cool climate.
From the “Etymology” section
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Taunggyi was originally a small Shan village known as 'Ton Tee'.
Taunggyi
Myanmar
Taunggyi is the capital and largest city of Shan State, Myanmar. It also serves as the administrative seat of Southern Shan State. Situated on the eastern mountains of Myanmar at an elevation of 4,712 feet above sea level, it is a city known for its pleasant and cool climate.
From the “History” section
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Taunggyi is at an elevation of 4,712 feet (1,436 m) above sea level.
Taunggyi
Myanmar
Taunggyi is the capital and largest city of Shan State, Myanmar. It also serves as the administrative seat of Southern Shan State. Situated on the eastern mountains of Myanmar at an elevation of 4,712 feet above sea level, it is a city known for its pleasant and cool climate.
From the “Geography” section
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The Taunggyi celebration of the Tazaungdaing Festival has achieved international attention for its pyrotechnic rockets.
Taunggyi
Myanmar
Taunggyi is the capital and largest city of Shan State, Myanmar. It also serves as the administrative seat of Southern Shan State. Situated on the eastern mountains of Myanmar at an elevation of 4,712 feet above sea level, it is a city known for its pleasant and cool climate.
From the “Culture” section
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Inle Lake is famous for its traditional crafts industry and floating markets that are accessible via traditional longboats.
Taunggyi
Myanmar
Taunggyi is the capital and largest city of Shan State, Myanmar. It also serves as the administrative seat of Southern Shan State. Situated on the eastern mountains of Myanmar at an elevation of 4,712 feet above sea level, it is a city known for its pleasant and cool climate.
From the “Economy” section
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