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Tanintharyi Region lies at the southern end of Myanmar. The Region has common borders with Thailand on the east and south-east. Mon State on the north. and Andaman Sea on the west. The area of the Region is 16.735 square miles. Out of about 1.000 islands along Myanmar's coastline over 800 are in Tanintharyi coast.
Shin Koe Shin Pagodas (Nine pagodas) are different pagodas in different areas but their histories of pagodas are connected. There are three mountain pagodas, three town pagodas and three forest pagodas. Three mountain pagodas are Shin Hsandaw Shin Pagoda, Shin Maw Pagoda and Shin Taunt Po Pagoda. Three town Pagodas are Shin Pin Khayu Pagoda, Shin Okaw Pagoda and Shin Mokhtee Pagoda. Three forest Pagodas are Shin Dat Wel Pagoda,Shin Zalun Pagoda and Shin Tauk Htein Pagoda.
Shwe Taung Sar Pagoda is located in the centre of Dawei. It's one of the famous pagodas in Dawei. Within the pagoda area, there are 28 Buddha Statues, Law Ka Marazein Statue and a museum. Many festivals are held at the Shwe Taung Sar Pagoda. Thadingyut festival and Tazaungdaing festival are the most celebrated festivals.
Maungmagan Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Dawei. It is located in Launglone township, Dawei district, Tanintharyi (and is the second longest beach in Myanmar). And also it is the closest beach of the city with about 12 km distance from Dawei. It takes 30 minutes to drive by car or motorbike. Maungmagan has many bungalows and seafood restaurants. So, you can swim, relax, eat fresh seafood, look at the sunrise & sunset view at the Maungmagan beach.
Myaw Yit Pagoda is located along the coast of Maungmagan Beach, Kan Pani village, Launglone township, Dawei district, Tanintharyi. This pagoda is situated on the shore, surrounded by the blue sea and photogenic rocks. It's about 25 miles from Dawei. One side is built by a bridge to the other side and Myaw Yit is very popular for its amazing view and fresh breeze, and pleasant surroundings.
Lay-Gyun Hsimi Theindawgyi Pagoda in Myeik, Tanintharyi Region, Myanmar, is the city's largest and a cherished cultural site. Built between 1772 and 1778, it's over 280 years old. Visitors can explore sacred spaces like the Buddha Culture Museum, Buddha Library, and a preaching hall, while also enjoying stunning natural views and sunsets over Myeik. The site resonates with Buddhist tradition and includes experiences like Marhar Atula Yanthi from the pagoda grounds.
The Mergui Archipelago, located in the far south of Myanmar's Tanintharyi Region, is a vast cluster of around 800 islands in the Andaman Sea, near the northern edge of the Malay Peninsula. The islands range from tiny islets to large land masses spanning hundreds of square kilometers. The archipelago is also known as the Pashu Islands, named after the local Malay population, referred to as Pashu.
Maliwun waterfall is located 40 kilometres from Kawthaung, to the south of Maliwun village. It is a lovely spot which is worth a visit, with a swimming area and a small water park with slides. It sometimes gets busy at the main waterfall, so if you are looking for more seclusion then there are a number of quieter waterfalls further upstream.
Nyaung Oo Phee Island (also spelled Nyaung Oo Pee) is one of the 804 pristine islands of the Mergui Archipelago in southern Myanmar’s Tanintharyi Region, located in the Andaman Sea. Celebrated as one of the world’s newest virgin islands, it’s surrounded by untouched natural beauty—including pure white sandy beaches and a vibrant underwater coral garden. The island offers a rare opportunity to witness a dazzling array of colorful corals, making it an unforgettable destination for nature lovers and snorkelers.
Victoria Point is located at the southernmost tip of Myanmar. During the colonial era, it was named "Victoria Point" in honor of Queen Victoria. From the top of Bokyunnong Hill, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view, and it is about a 7-minute walk from Kawthaung town.
Mote Latt Thouk is famous as a popular Dawei signature food.It is eaten as a dessert in the afternoon and in the evening after dinner. And sometimes people eat it even as breakfast.
Dawei Mohinga is a cherished breakfast from Dawei. It consists of a rich, oily soup with a base of banana plant, seasoned with lemongrass, garlic, onions, ginger, and chili powder.
Myeik's most popular traditional food is Kat Kyi Kaik. It is a dish made of flat rice noodles fried with fresh seafood. If you have allergies to seafood, you can try it with chicken or pork.
Mote Khwel Theint is a traditional dessert from Dawei. It consists of two large layers of rice dough balls that are compressed with a mixture of sugar, a little salt, and sesame seeds.
Apon is a popular street dessert in Dawei and Myeik, made from rice, sugar, and coconut, with nutty or sweet coconut versions.
Thar Kway Yeik is a sweet sticky dessert, made of black and white rice cooked in sweetened coconut milk with a pinch of salt, known as black sticky rice in coconut milk.
Hotel Dawei
4-star hotel
Located in Dawei
Hotel Zayar Htet San
3.9-star hotel
Located in Dawei
Royal Dawei Hotel
3.5-star hotel
Located in Dawei
Maungmagan Resort
3.7-star hotel
Located in Dawei
Regent Hotel
4.3-star hotel
Located in Myeik
Myint Mo Hotel
4.1-star hotel
Located in Myeik
Hotel Grand Jade
3.9-star hotel
Located in Myeik
Hotel Drift
4.2-star hotel
Located in Myeik
Victoria Cliff Hotel
4.5-star hotel
Located in Kawthaung
Grand Andaman
4.2-star hotel
Located in Kawthaung