Tanintharyi Region is a division of Myanmar. covering the long narrow southern part of the country on the Kra Isthmus. It borders the Andaman Sea to the west and Thailand to the east. To the north is the Mon State. The capital of the division is Dawei. The other main city is Myeik but pronounced as Beik in Myanmar.
The Myeik archipelago is inhabited by the Salone tribes. and yearly there are festivals and occasions to visits this place. Diving trips can also be arranged. Kawthaung is the southern most point of Myanmar and the border check point to enter Thailand.
Tanintharyi Region is the main manufacturing place for Myanmar’s Natural resources like pearl and sea food.
WHERE TO VISIT
- Dawei
- Maung Magan Beach
- Myeik
- Kawthaung
- Mergui Archipelago
- Legyun Simee Pagoda
- Pashukyauk Pagoda
- Shin Motti Pagoda
- Shin Dat Weh Pagoda
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
- Salone Festival (Tanintharyi Division)
MORE ABOUT THANINTHARYI DIVISION
- Map of Tanintharyi Division