Magway Region

Magway Region is an administrative area in central Myanmar, bordered by several neighboring regions and covering a substantial expanse of land. The Irrawaddy River runs through it, linking settlements and creating important transportation corridors.

The area originated from three British colonial districts that were reorganized after Myanmar's independence in 1948. This restructuring created the administrative framework that exists today.

Buddhism shapes how people live and worship here, with monasteries and temples serving as gathering places throughout the region.

The best time to travel is during drier months when roads are more accessible. The river serves as the natural highway connecting different parts of the region.

Beneath the region lies substantial oil reserves that make it a key energy production center for the country. These resources have quietly shaped its economic development over time.

Location: Myanmar

Capital city: Magway

Elevation above the sea: 47 m

Shares border with: Sagaing Region, Bago Region

GPS coordinates: 20.25000,94.75000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:20