population: 0.13 million

extension: 2,928 square kilometers

Museums

One museum to consider visiting in Kawthaung is the Victoria Point Cultural Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the region. If you're interested in visiting other museums in Myanmar, you may want to consider checking out the National Museum in Yangon or the Bagan Archaeological Museum in Bagan.

Food

Some of the most recommended, popular and typical dishes to eat in Kawthaung (Myanmar) according to local people include:

1. Mohinga: a rice noodle soup with fish broth, lemongrass, onions, garlic, ginger and other spices, served with crispy fritters.

2. Shan-style noodles: a dish of rice noodles served with chicken or pork, vegetables, and a tangy tomato and soy sauce.

3. Curry: Myanmar has a variety of curries, including fish curry, chicken curry, beef curry, and pork curry, which are typically served with rice.

4. Tea leaf salad: a traditional salad made with fermented tea leaves, tomatoes, cabbage, peanuts, sesame seeds, and other ingredients.

5. Samosas: Myanmar's take on the Indian snack, samosas are typically filled with potatoes, onions, peas, and spices, and fried until crispy.

6. Burmese-style barbecue: skewered meats cooked over an open flame and served with a spicy dipping sauce.

7. Ohn no khauk swe: a coconut milk-based noodle soup with chicken, onions, garlic, ginger, and turmeric, topped with crispy noodles and boiled egg.

8. Fish or prawn tempura: seafood battered in chickpea flour and deep-fried until crispy and golden.

These are just some of the delicious dishes to try in Kawthaung!

Activities

Some fun activities that local people enjoy in Kawthaung include visiting the nearby beaches such as Ngwe Saung Beach, taking boat tours to explore the islands and snorkeling, trying local street food and shopping at the local markets such as Kawthaung Market and Victoria Point Market.