Yangon (formerly Rangoon) is the largest city in Myanmar (formerly Burma). A mix of colonial architecture, modern high-rises and gilded Buddhist pagodas define its skyline.
In this video we travel to the famous Shwedagon Pagoda, a huge, shimmering pagoda complex that draws thousands of pilgrims annually. After that, we show you what it’s like in the busy and bustling streets of downtown Yangon.