The first thing tourists notice is that some people call the country Myanmar whereas others refer to it as Burma. This is strange and somewhat unique.
So what’s it all about?
Well, Burma was what the British called the country during their reign that lasted from 1824 to 1948. The name Burma is derived from the dominant Bamar ethnic group that makes up 70% of the population.
After gaining independence, the nation was ruled by a harsh regime under the military junta. In 1989, Burma officially became the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and Rangoon became Yangon. Many democratic governments didn’t recognise the junta's rule and
Related Facts
Did you Know? The tem 'Housewarming Party' comes from a literal tradition that used to occur before electricity.
Following his presidency, George Washington established a whiskey distillery.
Of all the adults having internet access, 71 % of the people use social media.
There is a treasure hunt happening in the space.
The traditional Christmas Eve meal is KFC
Fun Fact! Not all oranges are orange.
Comrade Kim Ju Meok loves Stairway to Heaven
Coffee is one of the most commonly utilised recreational substances that we are aware of.
Did you Know? The United Arab Emirates is home to the world's first seven-star hotel.
There is no original Bible going back to the time of Jesus.
Interestingly! Russia is home to 12 active volcanoes.
Interestingly! Europe’s heaviest animals live in Poland
Did you Know? Mexico is one of the largest coca cola consumers
Disney Fact! Cinderella loses her shoes not only once but three times in the original film.
There’s a bizarre naked festival
The saltiness of bacon isn't natural; it's the result of curing and brining.
Did you Know? Ethiopian time is quite distinct
Uzbekistan is home to the world's largest open-pit gold mine
The most widely spoken language on the islands is not Andamanese or Nicobarese
Terracotta army is one of the top archaeological finds of the 20th century.
Mexico's presidential residence is 14 times larger than the White House and officially welcomed tourists in 2018.
Did you Know? There is a miracle fruit!
New York is the birthplace of LGBTQ and American Rights.
The Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombs were based on very different designs
"In Search of Lost Time" is the Longest Novel ever Created