Wān Kawngi

Wān Kawngi is a town in Shan State, Myanmar. It is part of Lawksawk Township of Taunggyi District.

Wān Kawngi

Kawng-i
Wān Kawngi
Location in Burma
Coordinates: 21°59′N 97°9′E
CountryBurma
DivisionShan State
DistrictTaunggyi
TownshipLawksawk
Elevation
805 m (2,641 ft)
Time zoneUTC+6.30 (MST)

History

This town was visited by Sir George Scott in the 19th century.[1]

Market at Wan Kawngi in the late 19th century. Picture by Sir George Scott.
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