Myanmar operates on Myanmar Time (MMT), which is UTC+6:30. The country remains consistent throughout the year.

No, Myanmar does not observe DST.

The nation is 30 minutes behind Thailand (UTC+7) and an hour ahead of Bangladesh (UTC+6).

Myanmar is 11 hours and 30 minutes ahead of EST (UTC-5) and 14 hours and 30 minutes ahead of PST (UTC-8).

The economy relies on several key industries:

Agriculture: The backbone of the economy, with rice being the primary crop.

Energy: Natural gas production is a significant contributor to exports.

Gems and Minerals: Known for producing high-quality rubies and jade.

Tourism: Attracts visitors to cultural and historical sites like Bagan and Shwedagon Pagoda.

It is a country of unique features and fascinating trivia:

Geography: Home to the Irrawaddy River, which plays a central role in transport and agriculture.

Trivia: It has one of the largest numbers of Buddhist stupas and pagodas in the world.

Landmarks: The ancient city of Bagan, with thousands of temples, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The rich culture is deeply influenced by Buddhism and local traditions.

Language: Burmese is the official language, with diverse ethnic languages spoken throughout the country.

Food: Cuisine includes dishes like mohinga (rice noodle soup) and laphet thoke (fermented tea leaf salad).

Customs: Monasteries are central to community life, and festivals like Thingyan (New Year Water Festival) are widely celebrated.