Taunggyi is a popular summer resort with its scenic charm and pleasantly cool climate. It is not only the capital of Southern Shan State but a growing trade center for South-western area of Shan State with the goods from Thailand, China and India. Taunggyi is really famous for its special event, “Hot-Air or Fire Balloon Festival”, held around the full-moon day of Tazaungmone, and usually coincides with November. Kekku Pagoda can be reached via Taunggyi.
