Where is North Myanmar?

North Myanmar refers to northern Myanmar, also known as Upper Myanmar. It is basically composed of Mandalay, Magway, Sagaing, Kachin, Shan, Kaye, Qin and other provinces and cities. North Myanmar is endowed with unique geographical conditions, and four cities directly border on Yunnan Province, China: Pu 'er City in Yunnan is opposite to Wa State, the second special zone of Shan State, Mujie is opposite to Dehong State, Kokang is opposite to Lincang, and Xiaomengla, the fourth special zone of Shan State, is opposite to Xishuangbanna State.

Among them, Kachin State in northern Myanmar is famous for its rich jadeite and hardwood, and more than 90% of the jadeite in the world is produced in Myitkyina, Kachin State. In addition, Kachin State is the gateway to the Southwest Silk Road. The Sino-Indian Highway built in the 1940s further connects China, Myanmar and India, so Kachin State is called "the North Gate of Myanmar".

Myanmar specialty introduction:

1, wood carving

Wood carvings in Myanmar are very famous, and the most precious ones are handicrafts carved from precious materials such as teak, black wood and rosewood. The figure and texture of wood grain are natural, and the sculptor creates with a quiet and complete inner world, giving wood carving full of vitality.

2. Burmese puppet

The puppet show in Myanmar is very famous. From Yangon to Mandalay to Bagan, Mandalay is a city that produces puppet masters. As for the origin of puppet show, it was introduced from the south of China, and was initiated by Wu Duo, the minister of the audience when King Potopaye was in power.

3. lacquerware

Myanmar lacquerware is famous for its exquisite modeling and exquisite craftsmanship. According to historical records, lacquerware production originated in Myanmar from 12 to 13 century. There are a large number of local craftsmen in Myanmar who are engaged in the traditional crafts of making lacquerware. Although the process of making lacquerware is complicated, in the eyes of Burmese workers, they are all kinds of unique works of art.

Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-North Myanmar