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Putao District

Coordinates: 27°16′N 97°47′E / 27.267°N 97.783°E / 27.267; 97.783
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Putao District (Burmese: ပူတာအိုခရိုင်) is the northernmost district of Myanmar and part of the Kachin State in northern Burma bordering China. The capital lies at Putao.

Location in Kachin State

Townships

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The district is divided into five administrative townships:

27°16′N 97°47′E / 27.267°N 97.783°E / 27.267; 97.783


Transportation

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The main link to Putao district is the Putao Airport located in the main town of Putao.


Tourism

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Hkakabo Razi, the highest peak in Myanmar, is located in Putao District along the northern border with China. The peak, at the southern end of the Himalayas, is snow-capped year-round and is a favorite among Burmese climbers and international visitors.