Putao

Putao is a small town located in the Kachin State of northern Myanmar. It is the capital of the Putao District and the administrative seat of the Putao Township. The town is situated at an elevation of 1,500 metres (4,900 ft) above sea level in the foothills of the Himalayas, on the banks of the Nmai River.

The area around Putao has been inhabited for centuries by the local Lisu and Rawang ethnic groups. The first recorded settlement in the area was a small village called Mungdinglom, which was founded in the early 14th century.

In the 16th century, Putao was visited by the British explorer, Francis Younghusband. He was the first Westerner to reach the town and wrote about his journey in his book, "Across the Himalayas".

In the late 19th century, Putao was annexed by the British Raj and became part of the colony of Burma. During World War II, the town was occupied by the Japanese Army and used as a base for their operations in the region.

After Burma gained independence from Britain in 1948, Putao became part of the newly formed Union of Burma. In 1962, the town was captured by the Chinese Army during the Sino-Indian War. It was returned to Burma after the war ended.

Since the early 21st century, Putao has been developed as a tourist destination, due to its location and climate. It is also home to a number of trekking and adventure companies.

The history of Putao is a long and varied one, full of interesting events and characters. It is a town with a rich cultural heritage and a bright future ahead of it.