The park is designed to mirror the geographical diversity of Myanmar by situating ethnic housing in clusters mimicking regional layouts.
Each traditional house is built using authentic construction techniques specific to the ethnic group represented.
The village includes a small lake and a suspension bridge designed to represent the terrain of highland ethnic regions.
The project was initiated by the Ministry of Progress of Border Areas and National Races and Development Affairs.
The site acts as a venue for festivals during traditional New Year celebrations of various ethnic groups.
The National Races Village acts as an open-air cultural museum showcasing the traditional architecture and customs of Myanmar’s eight major ethnic groups. Located near the banks of the Bago River, the site features life-sized replicas of traditional houses representing tribes such as the Kachin, Kayah, Karen, Chin, Mon, Rakhine, Shan, and Bamar. The park serves as a centralized educational venue to explore the country's diverse cultural heritage without traveling to remote border regions. Visitors walk through a park-like setting where each ethnic cluster includes distinctive dwellings and design motifs. The facility was established to foster national unity and promote cultural awareness through immersive architectural displays. The site spans a large area, encouraging a leisurely pace to view the varied house designs and community structures. Educational signage at the entrance of each house provides historical context regarding the specific ethnic group's living traditions.
The suspension bridge area provides a wide-angle view of the park with traditional architecture in the backdrop.
Bring a portable fan or umbrella for shade, as much of the site consists of open walkways between exhibit clusters.
Wear comfortable, easy-to-remove footwear as you will need to take off shoes to enter the interiors of the traditional houses.
Carry bottled water, as there are limited food and drink vendors located within the expansive park grounds.
Avoid visiting during the peak heat of midday, as there is limited canopy cover while walking between the various ethnic zones.
Dress modestly by covering shoulders and knees; remove shoes before entering any indoor exhibit houses.
