Sittwe Travel Guide
The attractions in Sittwe are modest and most people travel to this dusty town in northern Myanmar to visit the ancient temples at Mrauk-U.
- Worth It?
- Only if you are really into Buddhism and ancient temples.
- What to Do
- visit the ancient temples, take a boat trip on the river.
- Best Time to Go
- the middle of May when the colorful pagoda festival is held.
- How Long?
- A day or less is enough time to explore Sittwe.
- Trivia
- formerly known as Akyab, Sittwe was developed from a fishing village to a busy port town during British rule of the area.
This pretty port in Rakhine State is located at the mouth of the Kaladan River. Those who have already spent some time traveling through Myanmar will notice that clothes tend to be brighter and food spicier here.
There are some pretty places to visit around Sittwe. Take a boat trip and explore the three islands located nearby such as Bayonga Island, where you will find a community of fishermen and coconut farmers. For those interested in Buddhism, the town's Buddhist Museum is worth visiting.
Travel to Sittwe - Getting There
Tourists can only use the main airport at Yangon although there are regular flights to Sittwe's small airport from Yangon (3 hours), which is occasionally open to tourists. Alternatively, it is a two-day bus ride from Myanmar's capital along a bumpy coastal road.
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