The Pyu city-states (Burmese: ပျူ မြို့ပြ နိုင်ငံများ) were a group of city-states that existed from about the 2nd century BCE to the mid-11th century in present-day Upper Myanmar (Burma).

6 days ago · Between the 1st century bce and the 9th century ce, speakers of Tibeto-Burman languages known as the Pyu established city-kingdoms in Myanmar at Binnaka, Mongamo, Shri Kshetra, and Halingyi. At the time, a long-standing trade route between China and India passed through northern Myanmar and then across the Chindwin River valley to the west.

Feb 11, 2022 · The Pyu City-States, strung along the Irrawaddy river in Myanmar, flourished for more than 1,000 years. Who were the Pyu, and what happened to them?

The earliest inhabitants of recorded history were a Tibeto-Burman-speaking people who established the Pyu city-states ranged as far south as Pyay and adopted Theravada Buddhism. Another group, the Bamar people, entered the upper Irrawaddy valley in the early 9th century.

The first was the Sakra Era, which was adopted in the Pyu realm in 80 A.D., just two years after the new era had come into use in India. A second calendar was adopted at Sri Ksetra in 638, superseding the Sakra Era.

The thousand-year period, often referred to as the Pyu millennium, linked the Bronze Age to the beginning of the classical states period when the Pagan Dynasty emerged in the late 9th century.

Dec 8, 2015 · The Pyu civilization existed for over a millennium, from around the 3nd century BC until the 10th century AD. The city-states of the Pyu civilization are located in the middle reaches (or dry zone) of the Irrawaddy River, an important river that flows from the north to the south of Myanmar/Burma.

Nov 3, 2024 · Discover the fascinating Pyu civilization in Myanmar! Dive into ancient culture, trade, and architectural marvels. The Pyu civilization, thriving in Myanmar, holds a rich tapestry of history and culture that captivates many travelers today.

Oct 12, 2024 · The Pyu city states ( Burmese: ပျူ မြို့ပြ နိုင်ငံများ) were a group of city-states that existed from c. 2nd century BCE to c. mid-11th century in present-day Upper Burma ( Myanmar ).

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