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| Sittwe | ||
| State | Rakhine State | |
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| Residents | 181.000 (2006) | |
| height | 5 m | |
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Sittwe(Burmese: စစ်တွေမြို့) is the capital of Rakhine State in Myanmar.
background
Sittwe (former name: Akyab) is the capital of the Rakhine State. The city serves as the starting point for the boat trip to the old royal capital Mrauk U. Otherwise the place is rather uninteresting for tourists. Due to the fact that few tourists come to the city, the English language skills of the locals are rather rudimentary.
getting there
| Distances | |
| Mrauk U | 70 km |
|---|---|
By plane
The plane is currently the first choice to reach the city. The two airlines Air Mandalay and Air Bagan fly to the place. Upon arrival at the city's airport, the personal data of the person entering the country will be recorded. You can also use one of the waiting pick-ups for the journey.
In the street
Due to the great distance and the still poor condition of the roads, a trip to Sittwe is not recommended. Of Yangon off it's a two-day trip.
By boat
From and to Yangon runs a ship. The trip takes two days. There is also a ship connection to Taungup. The boat runs the route on Thursday and Saturday.
mobility
The distances within the village are covered either on foot or by cycle rickshaw.
Tourist Attractions
Pagodas
- Atulamarazein Pyilone Chanta Payagyi Pagoda. It dates from 1255. It is located in the city center near the Sayokya Canal.
- Lawkarnandar Pagoda. It is on the road from the airport to the city center.
- U Ye Kyaw Thu Pagoda. It is located in the city center a few blocks from the boat departure point Mrauk U.
Monasteries
- Mahazeya
- Kyayoke Kyaung
- Shwe Zedi Kyaung. U Ottama's monastery.
Churches
There are two churches south of the center on Pyay Taw Thar Road.
Mosques
- Buddermokan Mosque
Museums
- Buddhist Museum. You can visit many Buddha statues - admission free, but a donation is expected. The museum is on the road from the airport to the city center.
- Rakhine State Cultural Museum. Open: Mon-Sat: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Price: $ 2.00.
Streets and squares
- The point. Point in the south of the city, at the mouth of the Kaladan. It can be reached by simply following the promenade.
activities
Golf: On the road to Sittwe Hotel is there Mya Yu Golf Club.
shop
There is a main market on Strand Road near the wharf on the Kaladan River.
kitchen
nightlife
In this remote city there is no other activity than a restaurant.
accommodation
Cheap
- Prince Guest House, 7 Main Rd., Yupar North Qtr (downtown). Tel.: 95 (0)43-21395. The guesthouse offers simple rooms with fan / shared bathroom and expensive rooms with AC, shower, toilet and refrigerator.Price: $ US 6-20.
- Palace Hotel, 5 Main Road. Tel.: 95 (0)43-21657. The rooms have a fan and shower / toilet.Price: $ 10-15.
medium
- Shwe Thazin Hotel, 250 Main Rd. Kyaebingyi Qtr. Tel.: 95 (0)43-23579, Email: [email protected]. New hotel; decent, clean rooms with TV; Restaurant is on the top floor.Price: from $ 20.
- Sittwe Hotel, West Sanpya Qtr. (west of "The Point"). Tel.: 95 (0)43-23478. AC, you, toilet; large room; Pool, restaurant.Price: $ 30-40.
Upscale
health
Practical advice
| Phone code | 043 |
|---|---|
- Post: - The post office is on No 1 Main Road south of the new clock tower.
trips
- Bayonga Islands. You can visit the islands with a chartered boat or a ship of the line. However, permission must be obtained for this. The liner starts at the quay on the Kaladan River.
