Meoweler
Myanmar

Sittwe / Where the river meets the sea

Best month

January

Mrauk U festival and historic temples.

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january

Visit the ancient city of Mrauk U and witness traditional dance festivals. 🎉

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february

Experience the Ananda Pagoda Festival and hot air balloon festival in Bagan. 🎈

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march

Go bird watching and explore Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon. 🐦

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april

Celebrate Thingyan Water Festival and witness thousands of golden pagodas in Bagan. 💦🎉

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may

Explore the local village on the banks of the Kaladan River and visit Kyauk Taw. 🚣

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june

Enjoy the Bago pagoda festival and tour the city of Mandalay. 🏛️

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july

Visit the stunning Inle Lake and sample delicious Shan cuisine. 🍲

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august

Take part in the Taungbyone Nat Festival and discover the ancient city of Pyay. 🎭

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september

Go trekking in the Chin Mountains and explore the historic town of Sagaing. 🏞️

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october

Celebrate the Thadingyut Festival of lights and marvel at the temples of Bagan. 🕯️

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november

Enjoy the Tazaungdaing Festival and discover the Little-Known city of Hpa-An. 🎊

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december

Explore the beaches of Ngapali and taste fresh seafood in Yangon. 🦀🌴

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Reasonable prices

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Sittwe offers a fair economy for tourists, with prices ranging from affordable to moderately expensive. Local markets offer good deals on souvenirs and groceries, but tourist services like accommodation and transportation can be on the pricier side.

Visit the Sittwe Market for great bargains on local products, and consider staying in budget-friendly guesthouses instead of high-end hotels.

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No tipping culture in Sittwe.

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No tipping culture in Sittwe.

Cash is preferred, credit cards are not widely accepted.

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Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Meow! Sittwe is the cat's whiskers! With its booming fish market, we never run out of fresh tuna.

Purrfect for felines who love to people-watch, the city's streets are always bustling with cats and dogs (literally!)

Things to do

The mainstream

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Rakhine State Cultural Museum
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Sittwe Harbor
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Sittwe Beach
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Viewpoint Hill
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Shwezedi Monastery

The mainstream

🏛️
Rakhine State Cultural Museum

A fascinating museum showcasing the history and culture of Rakhine State, with cat-friendly exhibits to enjoy. 😺

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Sittwe Harbor

A bustling port where cats can watch the comings and goings of boats filled with fish and other treasures. 🛥️

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🏖️
Sittwe Beach

A tranquil beach with paw-some views of the Bay of Bengal. Meowvelous for a lazy day under the sun. ☀️

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🌅
Viewpoint Hill

A pawfect spot to watch the sunset and enjoy panoramic views of Sittwe and its nearby islands. 😻

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🌟
Shwezedi Monastery

A golden monastery along the river, perfect for cats seeking enlightenment and peaceful surroundings. 🐾

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Off the beaten path

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Kanthar Yar Park
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Dutiful Son Pagoda
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Sittwe Viewpoint
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Lawkananda Pagoda
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Shwe Zedi Kyaung Monastery

Off the beaten path

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Kanthar Yar Park

A small but beautiful park hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Perfect for an afternoon stroll. 🌳

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🙇
Dutiful Son Pagoda

A hidden pagoda where locals come to pay respects to their ancestors. 🐱

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🌇
Sittwe Viewpoint

A viewpoint on a hilltop with panoramic views of the entire city of Sittwe. 😼

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🌅
Lawkananda Pagoda

A historical temple from the 8th century with stunning views of the sunset over the Kaladan river. 😻

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🏯
Shwe Zedi Kyaung Monastery

A serene Buddhist Monastery with intricately designed teak wood carvings and a golden stupa. 🙏

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Explore the local food scene

Meow around the night market and try the local delicacies, like Rakhine-style fish curry and spiced tea. Be adventurous like a big cat!

Respect local customs

Be respectful, dress modestly, and remove your paws before entering temples and other sacred sites. Follow the local cat customs!

Visit the Sittwe Cultural Museum

Learn about the diverse history and culture of Rakhine state. You may discover something new like a curious cat!

Watch the sunset at Viewpoint Hill

Take a short climb up Viewpoint Hill to watch the beautiful sunset over the city and water. Enjoy the view like a satisfied cat!

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