Myanmar
Myanmar is a country in Asia. Its capital is Naypyidaw, and it shares land borders with 5 countries.
- Capital
- Naypyidaw
- Region
- Asia
- Area
- 670,906 km² Number 39 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 5 countries
What is the capital of Myanmar?
The capital of Myanmar is Naypyidaw. The government moved the capital from Yangon to Naypyidaw in 2005.
Which countries border Myanmar?
Myanmar shares land borders with 5 countries: Bangladesh, China, India, Laos and Thailand.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Naypyidaw |
|---|---|---|
 Laos | Vientiane | 717 km (446 mi) |
 Bangladesh | Dhaka | 738 km (459 mi) |
 Thailand | Bangkok | 816 km (507 mi) |
 India | New Delhi | 2,148 km (1,335 mi) |
 China | Beijing | 2,962 km (1,840 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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