Tanintharyi Region

Tanintharyi Region extends along Myanmar's narrow southern strip, stretching from the Andaman Sea to the Thai border. The area encompasses several urban centers including Dawei, Myeik, and Kawthaung, which are connected by road networks.

The territory was long contested between Burmese and Siamese control until the British took authority in 1826 over the southern section. This shift shaped the region's development and administrative framework.

The region includes various ethnic groups such as Dawei, Karen, Mon, and Bamar people, with Buddhism representing the main religion at 87.5 percent.

The region is marked by forests and waterways, making travel occasionally difficult, particularly during the rainy season. Visitors should prepare for variable conditions and limited services outside the main cities.

The coastline extends for hundreds of kilometers along the Andaman Sea, forming one of the country's longest water borders. This maritime character makes the region economically and geographically reliant on eastern sea resources.

Location: Myanmar

Capital city: Dawei

Elevation above the sea: 593 m

Shares border with: Mon State

GPS coordinates: 13.00000,98.75000

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:24