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U Thant House

U Thant House preserves the former home of the UN secretary-general in a garden setting. Its guided visit connects Yangon with twentieth-century diplomacy.

U Thant House

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Why go

Inside U Thant’s former Yangon home, photographs and documents trace how a local life became one of the twentieth century’s most visible diplomatic careers. The guided interpretation and film give context to his years as UN secretary-general, while the preserved rooms and garden keep that global story anchored in a specific domestic place.

What to look for

  • The preserved house sits within a garden.
  • Tours interpret U Thant’s diplomatic life and legacy.

Useful to know

  • Book in advance as required by the tourism authority.
  • Allow time for both the tour and film.

Your next visit

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Outdoor visit · 40–60 min

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Opening information

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Asia/Yangon · Oct 3, 2026 / Nov 2, 2026

Friday
10:00–16:00
Saturday
10:00–16:00
Sunday
10:00–16:00
Official visitor information

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