Putao District

Putao District is the northernmost district of Myanmar and part of the Kachin State in northern Burma bordering China. The capital lies at Putao [Town, Kachin State|Putao].

Townships

The district is divided into five administrative townships:

Transportation

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

Tourism

, 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.