Burmese People
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CommentsMyanmar is considered one of the most ethnically diverse countries in the world with a population of over 59 million people (2012) which are divided into between 60 and 135 ethnic groups. There are hundreds of different languages and dialects spoken among Burmese people which contribute to the variety of the country. The population diversity is one of the most important factors that make Burmese culture unique, absorbing and worth to be discovered. Once taking Myanmar tours, you will not only be conquered and overwhelmed by the beauty and charm of the landscape marked with the golden pagodas, but also be impressed by the hospitality and friendliness of Burmese people. They are rustic, sincere and convivial, they will welcome you with a mild smile and be willing to help you when needed.
According to data of the Myanmar government in 7th, 2012, Myanmar’s total population is 59.1 million people. The average population density in the country is 1.75% / year.
The religions of Burmese People
+ Buddhism (88%)
+ Christianity (6.2%)
+ Islam (4.3%)
+ Hinduism (0.5%)
Major ethnic races in Myanmar
Shan – Kayin – Kachin – Rakhine – Mon – Naga – Chin – Kayah – Wa
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Greetings in Myanmar | Useful Phrases for Visitors Traveling To Myanmar
The Myanmar (Burma) form of greeting is not confined to any part of the day such that you say, “Good morning” in the morning and, “Good night” at night. Nor […]
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Character Traits of The Burmese
Step aside from the breathtaking natural landscape, what makes tourists fall in love immediately is the incredible friendliness, gentleness, and simple lifestyle of the Burmese people that even when you come back to your country, these memories will still be with you forever.
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How to Set Name for Burmese People
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The Ethnic Groups in Myanmar
Myanmar is a multi-ethnic country, with 135 different ethnic groups. Mainly from Myanmar (Burma), accounting for 68% of the population of Myanmar. Followed by ethnic Shan (9%), Keren (8%), Kachin […]
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The Burmese (Bana) Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Burmese (Bana) is also known as the Burman or Burmese that are the largest ethnic groups, dominate the country, accounting for about 68% of the population, often referred to Burma […]
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The Shan Ethnic Group in Myanmar
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The Kayin (Karen) Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Kayin people (also called Karen) are the third most populous ethnic group in Myanmar, accounting for about 8% of the population of Myanmar. Sgaw and Pwo are two main groups […]
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The Kachin Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Kachin – often called themselves Jingpaw – accounting for 7% of the population of Myanmar. They live mainly in Kachin province bordering with Van Nam province, China. They have their […]
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The Rakhine Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Rakhine people are formerly known as the Arakan – accounting for about 4% of the population of Myanmar, the majority practice Buddhism. Their last ancient capital located in the central […]
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The Mon Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Ethnic Mon who is called Tailing by Western historians is one of the first groups of Burmese people livng in areas near Thailand. Similar to other minority ethnic groups, the […]
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The Naga Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Naga is a multi-ethnic minority group that currently resides in northwestern Myanmar and is scattered across India’s states, for example, Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, and Arunachal Pradesh.
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The Chin Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Chin people live in mountainous areas, concentrated mainly in the area of Chin state, bordering with India and Bangladesh in the west, accounts for about 2% of the population of […]
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The Kayah Ethnic Group in Myanmar
Kayah people are also known as Red Karen or Karen, settled in isolated mountainous area of Kayah State. Because most of the ethnic minorities in Burma are traditionally practicing animism […]
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The Wa Ethnic Group in Myanmar
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