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Marco Polo's Visit to Bagan
- Marco Polo travelled through Southeast Asia in 1293 and encountered the city of Mi-Yen (Bagan).
- He was impressed by the city's size and the abundance of golden temples, despite signs of decline.
The Irrawaddy's Influence
- Myanmar's geography, especially the Irrawaddy River, shaped its history and culture.
- The river served as a highway, facilitating trade and communication.
Naming Burma/Myanmar
- The Burmese language has different registers, impacting how the country is named.
- "Bama" is informal, "Myanmar" poetic; the British used "Burma".