History
Bagan
Mandalay Region, Myanmar
A vast plain dotted with thousands of Buddhist temples and pagodas built by the kings of the Pagan Kingdom.
Period: 9th–13th century
Myanmar: leaders, famous people, culture and history
2 places on the atlas covering history and architecture. Highlights include Bagan and Shwedagon Pagoda.
What is on the atlas
- History Bagan
- Architecture Shwedagon Pagoda
Who leads Myanmar?
| President | Min Aung Hlaing |
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Office-holders as of July 2026. Governments change, so check Myanmar’s official government website for the latest. Full list of heads of state and government.
Famous people from Myanmar
- Aung San independence leader
- Aung San Suu Kyi Nobel Peace Prize laureate
- King Anawrahta founder of the Pagan kingdom
- U Thant UN Secretary-General
- Thakhin Kodaw Hmaing national poet
A short, well-known selection rather than a ranking. People pinned on the map appear in the cards below.
History in Myanmar
Architecture in Myanmar
Architecture
Shwedagon Pagoda
Yangon, Myanmar
A gilded stupa rising above Yangon, surrounded by shrines and covered in gold plates.
Built: Ancient origins, present form 18th century · Style: Burmese stupa
How to use this page
This page brings together the people who lead Myanmar today, a short selection of well-known people from Myanmar, and the 2 places pinned for Myanmar on the atlas. Use the buttons at the top to see Myanmar on the map, where you can filter by theme, read a short summary of each pin and follow the link to Wikipedia for the full article. To browse the same themes across the whole world, see the history page and architecture page.
Questions about Myanmar
Who is the leader of Myanmar?
As of July 2026: President: Min Aung Hlaing. Office-holders change, so check the official government site for the latest.
Who are some famous people from Myanmar?
Well-known people connected with Myanmar include Aung San (independence leader), Aung San Suu Kyi (Nobel Peace Prize laureate), King Anawrahta (founder of the Pagan kingdom), U Thant (UN Secretary-General) and Thakhin Kodaw Hmaing (national poet).
What are famous landmarks and buildings in Myanmar?
Notable buildings and sites in Myanmar on the atlas include Shwedagon Pagoda. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
What are important historical places in Myanmar?
Historical places in Myanmar on the atlas include Bagan. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
How can I explore Myanmar on the map?
Choose See Myanmar on the map above, or search for Myanmar on the atlas. You can filter by theme, drag the Time travel slider to see who was alive and what was standing in different centuries, and open any pin for a short summary and a link to the full Wikipedia article.