Question

Of the following, which is the highest mountain peak in Myanmar?
1. Phangran Razi
2. Hkakabo Razi
3. Madoi Razi
4. Phonyin Razi

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Hkakabo Razi

The correct answer is Hkakabo Razi.

• Hkakabo Razi is the highest mountain of Myanmar and probably the highest mountain in South East Asia with a height of 5,881 metres.

• It is located in Kachin, the northernmost state of Myanmar.
• It was recognized as a natural reserve on January 30, 1996, and as a national park on November 10, 1998. 
• The peak is encircled within Khakaborazi National Park and is entirely mountainous.
• It includes a variety of forest types such as Subtropical evergreen forest at lower elevations, temperate evergreen forest, mixed deciduous forest and snow-capped alpine peaks at the highest elevations.