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Myeik (Mergui) is a city in Tanintharyi Division in Southeastern Myanmar.
Understand
Myeik was the southernmost part of the Pagan Kingdom between the 11th and 13th centuries. After the Pagan Empire's collapse in 1287, Myeik became part of successive Thai kingdoms from the late 13th century to the middle of 18th century: first the Sukhothai Kingdom and later the Ayutthaya Kingdom. A brief period of Bamar rule interrupted this between 1564-93.
From the 16th century on, the city was an important seaport and trading center with the Europeans, who would land at Myeik (then called Mergui), travel upriver to Tanintharyi (Tenasserim) and then cross the mountains to reach Ayutthaya. The French officer Chevalier de Beauregard was made Governor of the city of Myeik after the Siam-England war (1687) that resulted in the English being expelled from Siam.[4] De Beauregard was named Governor by Narai, the king of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, replacing an Englishman, Samuel White.[5] The French were then expelled from Myeik following the Siamese revolution of 1688.
The Burmese captured Myeik in 1765 as part of an invasion that would ultimately topple the Ayutthaya kingdom in 1767. In 1826, the Burmese ceded the region to the British after the First Anglo-Burmese War (1824–1826).
Mergui was the name given by the British to the southernmost part of Burma. The Mergui archipelago was off-limits to foreigners until 1997; although it is now open for tourism, access is limited as permits are necessary. Therefore it remains largely unexplored.
“Beik” as the locals call their home inhabitants around 300.000 people. It has been a significant port town for centuries. First were people from India to trade with Myeik. Portuguese traders followed later in the 16th century. The town itself was for centuries under the rule of the Kingdom of Siam (Thailand). The Burmese King Alaungpaya reconquered Myeik in the late 18th century. It has been under British rule from 1826 to 1948.
Despite having no beaches Myeik is not lacking with charm. The Thein Daw Gyi Pagoda right in the middle of town offers a splendid panoramic view over the town and the islands. Walking along the streets and can be like on a farm as many goats, chicken, even cows, dogs and cats roaming around. The main attraction however will be you. Myeik has been cut off from the rest of Myanmar for very long time. Overland travel, which is now possible for tourist was prohibited and only possible with special permit.
The city is prime for tourist development. It sits on the shore of the sea compare to Dawei, which is inland. Access to many islands is also possible. Ask immigration staff at the main pier for help in terms of getting a fisherman to get you somewhere to the near islands. The closer islands nearby Myeik have no great beaches as mud and sentiments from the rivers been spilled ashore. However the mangroves are great for bird watching.
The government is trying to put Infrastructure in place on Kadan Island together with a big investor. This development is in great need as the best beaches and dives spots of Archipelago are far away from Myeik. Special licensed boats and permits are needed to go for multiple day excursions.
Get in
By bus
The road to Dawei is now open for foreigners. The bus costs about MYK8,000 and it takes 10 hours for the 200km.
There is also a local bus between Myeik and Kawthoung. Travel agencies charge foreigners MYK20,000 and the whole trip takes about 24 hours without delays. Expect an extremely uncomfortable ride in an old, small, heavily packed bus with 40 seats and 90 passengers. The "road" between Myeik and Kawthoung is actually a long and bumpy dirt track. Especially during the rainy season it is likely that the vehicle gets stuck in the mud. Engine problems and collapsed bridges can cause further delays.
By plane
Myanma Airways has daily flights, and Air Bagan has 3 flights per week, from Yangon. Myanma Airways flights (typically once a week) from Mawlamyine and Kawthoung may also be available - check locally at the local Myanma Airways office.
Air KBZ has daily flights during the tourist high season (beginning October to end of April) which fly from Yangon to Kawthoung (and return) stopping in Dawei and Myeik. Prices for the Myeik to Kawthoung leg start at around USD50.
Flights may be cancelled with little or no advance notice, due to lack of bookings, the weather, or any number of other unpredictable circumstances.
By boat
Fast ferries run daily to/from Kawthoung (c. 6 hours, USD25-45 for foreigners) and most days to/from Dawei to the north (c. 4 hours, USD20-25 for foreigners). Ferries to Kawthoung depart around 07:30 while ferries to Dawei depart around 10:30 or so.
Five Star Line passenger ships may call here (approximately fortnightly) en route from Kawthoung to Yangon and/or vice-versa. Five Star Line have an office opposite the main piers. Foreigners must pay very high prices (c. USD100+) but the first-class 2-berth cabins are quite comfortable.
Get around
On foot, or by motorcycle-taxi or cycle rickshaw.
Longtail boats operate as ferries across the harbour.
Big reclining Buddha (on the island across the harbour).
Lobster farming.
Loading of the fishing boats in the harbour.
Please dress modestly (cover shoulders, knees etc) especially in temples and pagodas.
Kala and Kadan Islands. Immirgration are starting to permit day trips to kala and Kadan Islands on a case by case, arrive at the jetty and ask politely.
Ask a fisherman to take you to an island for the day. It is not prohibited for foreigners and no special permit is required (as is sometimes written on the internet). The trip will bring you to the nearby islands, which still in the murky mangrove waters of Myeik. Great white sandy beaches you won't find close to Myeik. This day trip shows the beauty of the mangroves and the life of the fishermen. Please dress with commonsense.
Life Seeing Tours - Southern Myanmar is the first proper travel agency in Myeik, which is doing trips to the Mergui Archipelago ranging from one to several days. They are not a live aboard company. Overnight trips will be home stays to benefit the small fishing communities and camping on secluded beaches. Their prices of the boat is shared among the people on the boat max 6 pax. They are a way cheaper then the life aboard cruises from Kawthaung. There office is located in the lobby of Hotel Grand Jade (28-30 Baho Street) about 5-10 min walk from the main jetty near the main market and the clock tower.
There is a food market by the waterfront in the evening.
There are numerous small establishments with good food.
Yadanar Oo Restaurant serves excellent Chinese and Thai cuisine at prices of MYK5,000-9,000 per dish.
Goody Cafe at the northern end of the Strand Rd. has passable coffee and decent snacks and small meals. An outlet of the YKKO Restaurant chain is soon to open next door
Shwe Yar Su. It is a fairly big resto-bar on the road next to the sea. It is the place for locals to grab a couple of beers or whisky, and they serve excellent grilled fish, which you can choose of an ice bin with the price tag on it. edit
Lotus. Good thai food. In front of the new hospital, on the road to the airport if you leave from city centre. Better go by mototaxi.
Sky dining Lounge of Hotel Grand Jade (28-30 Baho Street) has a bar with a superb view over Myeik. It is about 5-10 Minutes walking from the main jetty near the main market and the clock tower. You can go there for sunset and have an ice cold Myanmar for 2000 Kyats. They have a wide cocktail menu starting from 2500 Kyats for alcoholic cocktails, Mai Tai, Tequila Sunrise, Singapore Sling you name.
Sleep[edit][add listing]
Budget
There are several ultra-basic "guesthouses" in the area around the main piers, a few of which accept foreigners. Often, conditions are grim and prices for foreigners are astronomical.
White Pearl Guesthouse, Middle Strand Road, Talking Zu Quarter, ☎ 09252888812. (April 2015) Very newly opened guesthouse, friendly staff, but not too much English spoken here. Clean rooms, clean facilities, definitely good for the price! fan: single 11$, double 16$. edit
Mid-range[edit]
There are a couple of state run hotels.
There is a very comfortable Western-operated (French) hotel a couple of km out of town on the main road heading north-east; prices here are reasonable.
Dolphin Guest House is on the main road from the airport. USD25 single room, USD40 large double room. Clean, breakfast included and relatively fast Wi-Fi (reception in room above dining area is best). Manual motor bikes can be rented here for c. MYK10,000 per day (09:00-18:00). Book the bike a day before - check your brakes work. Fuel c. MYK1,000/L (1L for c. 1.5h). Don't trust Google maps for roads.
The Mergui Hotel is a fair distance from the Strand Rd (tuk-tuk drivers will charge up to MYK4000 to get there) but is one of the nicer hotels in town and close to the airport (free shuttle service). It has fast Wi-Fi, a range of satellite channels and perfectly acceptable rooms. Prices start at USD40.
Mid to Upper-range[edit]
Hotel Grand Jade is located in the heart of the town about 5 - 10 minutes from the water front. It seems to be the newest in town. Price for double rooms start from 50 USD, for 60 USD you can get sea view. Free Wifi, Buffet Breakfast on the rooftop overlooking the whole city. They have a free airport pick up and drop off when staying with them. 0 59 42 084
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