A total of 84,135 domestic and foreign tourists visited Ngwehsaung Beach in Pathein Township from January to the end of April 2025, according to U Soe Win, Assistant Director of the Directorate of Hotels and Tourism for Ayeyawady Region.
In January 2025, Ngwesaung Beach welcomed 27,786 domestic and 2,100 foreign tourists, totalling 29,886 visitors, while in February, it received 9,535 domestic and 1,199 foreign tourists, totalling 10,734. In March, 30,727 domestic and 1,006 foreign tourists visited Ngwehsaung Beach, totalling 31,733, while in April, 11,228 domestic and 554 foreign tourists visited, bringing the total to 11,782.
“Over the four-month period, more than 84,000 tourists visited, averaging nearly 500 visitors per day,” said U Soe Win.
Domestic tourists visiting Ngwehsaung Beach often explore nearby destinations in Pathein Township, such as Chithumya (Lovers) Island, 19th-Mile Elephant Camp, Moemaka Elephant Camp, and Thazin Village.
Ngwehsaung Beach offers a safe and peaceful environment for beachgoers to relax and unwind, along with services such as bicycle rentals, motorboat rentals, and horse riding. Market stalls are also available, offering local food, household items, and souvenirs.
Currently, Ngwehsaung Beach features 32 hotels and five guesthouses licensed by the Directorate of Hotels and Tourism, offering a total of 1,861 rooms for tourists.
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