MYANMAR HISTORY Myanmar, also known as Burma, has a rich and complex history that spans thousands of years. Here's a brief overview of Myanmar's history: Ancient and Classical Periods: - Prehistoric archaeological evidence suggests that humans have inhabited the region of present-day Myanmar since the Paleolithic era. - The Pyu civilization emerged in central Myanmar around the 2nd century BCE, followed by the Mon civilization in the 3rd century CE. - The Bagan Empire was founded in the 9th century and became a powerful and prosperous kingdom that promoted Theravada Buddhism and built thousands of temples and pagodas. - The Bagan Empire declined in the 13th century following Mongol invasions. Kingdoms and Colonial Rule: - In the 16th century, the Taungoo Dynasty rose to power and unified much of modern-day Myanmar. - The Toungoo Empire reached its height under King Bayinnaung, who expanded the kingdom to include parts of present-day Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. - The Taungoo