Mrauk-U the Western coast & Ngapali Beach >>

MRAUK -U

The ruins of Mrauk-U are located up the Kaladan River , about 80km north of Sittwe the present day capital of Rakhine state . Ii was an ancient capital founded by Rakhine King Minzawun in 1433. Unlike the temples of Bagan. Mrauk-U ruins are Constructed with stone rather than the traditional bricks in a truly unique style.

 

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SITTWE

On the northern coast near the Bangladesh border, Sittwe is home to a large Muslim Community .Originally built by the British in 1826. the towns . most popular sites Include the Payagyi Pagoda, the Rakhine State Cultural Museum. Payamya Monastery And the riverfront market. It's the best place to buy Arakanese lonyis.

 

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NAPALI BEACH (THANDWE)

In Rakhine State Ngapali Beach stretches for over 3km along the northern coast.
During the dry season from October through May Ngapali becomes a popular beach resort for locals and visitors alike offering clean sand and clear water and peace and quiet for all.
Easily reachable by fights from Yangon.