Indigenous name
Naypyidaw
Burmese
"Royal Capital"
The name was chosen to signify its status as the nation's primary seat of government and administrative heart.
City history
The History of Naypyidaw
A look into the rapid development and administrative significance of Myanmar's planned capital city.
Chapter one
Name & etymology
2005–Present
Naypyidaw
Royal Capital
Established as the purpose-built administrative capital to replace Yangon.
Chapter two
Timezone history
Current timezone
Asia/Yangon
- Standard
- Myanmar Standard Time
- Daylight
- No Daylight Saving Time
1983 Timezone Standardization
The region adheres to a consistent UTC+6:30 offset for Myanmar Standard Time.
Chapter three
Timekeeping milestones
Capital Relocation Announcement Political shift
The government officially announced the relocation of the capital from Yangon to the new site of Naypyidaw.
Administrative Relocation City founding
Major government ministries and administrative functions began their move to the newly constructed city.
Infrastructure Development Urbanization
The completion of major boulevards and central government complexes stabilized the city's urban footprint.