Administration
Shan State is traditionally divided into three sub-states: North Shan State, East Shan State, and South Shan State. It is also officially divided into 11 districts: 1.Taunggyi 2.Loilem 3.Kyaukme 4.Muse 5.Laogai 6.Kunlong 7.Lashio 8.Keng Tung 9.Mong Hsat 10.Mong Hpayak 11.Tachileik
An additional district, Hopang District, was formed as 12th District of Shan State by combining of Mongmao, Pangwaun (Panwai), Namphan (Ngaphan) and Pangsang (Pangkham) Townships in Lashio District, Matman Township in Kengtung District; Hopang Township, and Panlong and Namtit Sub-Townships in Kunlong District in Sep 2011.
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