Overview
Naypyidaw offers a genuinely unique travel experience as one of the world's few planned capital cities, built by Myanmar's military government in the early 2000s. The city stands out for its extraordinary infrastructure: eight-lane boulevards, Parisian-sized roundabouts, and the remarkable absence of traffic jams that plague other Asian capitals.
Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
Free Wi-Fi available at hotels. Local SIM cards with scratchcard top-ups available at Junction Centre.
Culture
Naypyidaw was built as a military-led project in 2005. Political discussions should be approached with caution.
Money
US dollars are preferred for exchange; euros not accepted. ATMs available but may have limited withdrawal limits. Credit cards sometimes accepted in larger shops.
Transport
No public transportation exists. Taxis and rented scooters are the main options. Distances between attractions are substantial.
Weather
Best visited November-February (cool dry season). March-May is very hot (up to 37°C). June-October brings heavy monsoon rains.