| Official Name | Republic of the Union of Myanmar |
| Area | 676,578 km² (almost twice the size of Germany) |
| Population | approx. 54 million (2025) |
| Capital | Naypyidaw (since 2006, little tourism) |
| Largest City | Yangon (approx. 5.5 million) |
| Official Language | Burmese (own script) |
| Ethnic Groups | 135 officially recognized ethnic groups (Bamar, Shan, Karen, Kachin, etc.) |
| Currency | Kyat (MMK) — 1 EUR approx. 3,500 MMK (highly fluctuating) |
| Time Zone | CET+5:30 (UTC+6:30) — yes, half an hour! |
| Electricity | 230V, Type C/D/G — Universal adapter recommended |
| Drinking Water | NOT drinkable — only bottled water |
| Religion | Approx. 87% Theravada Buddhism |
| Telephone Code | +95 |
| Internet TLD | .mm |
| Visa | E-Visa required (50 USD, 28 days) |
| Highest Mountain | Hkakabo Razi (5,881 m) |
