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Fun fact 1 about Taunggyi

Shwe Bone Pwint Pagoda, Taunggyi,Shan
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The name Taunggyi means 'big mountain' in Burmese, referencing a ridge on the east of the city.

Taunggyi
Myanmar
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Taunggyi

Myanmar

Country
Myanmar
Population
370.0K
Coordinates
20.79, 97.04
565th most populous city in the world

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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