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Shan State
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Shan State
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This eastern region, bordering China and Laos, is home to the Shan people, who have preserved their traditions. You can trek here starting from towns like Kengtung, though be mindful of the current security situation, particularly in the northeast.
Overview of Shan State
This eastern region, bordering China and Laos, is home to the Shan people, who have preserved their traditions. You can trek here starting from towns like Kengtung, though be mindful of the current security situation, particularly in the northeast.
Key Facts
- Type of place: secondary tourist region.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
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- Main city (and "capital"): Taunggyi.
- Population: 5,824,432 (2014).
- Area: 155,801 km².
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- Coastline: no access to the sea.
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