Ngapali Beach
Ngapali beach lies about four miles away from Thandwe. The jet plane takes about 30 minutes from Yangon to the area. Ngapali is not a Myanmar word. The British occupied Rakhine of the end of the first Anglo-Myanmar War in 1826. After the British occupation Italian arrived at the beach near Thandwe. As the beach was very beautiful and pleasant like Italian town of Naples, they named it Naples. With the passage of time the Tran vocalization was degenerated into Ngapali.

The beach of the surface is smooth and water is shallow. The rise or fall of the tide is not rapid. There are no dangerous animals in the water. No winds blow too hand nor waves run too high. Moreover, with hand ground under water mud is non-existent. The area is clear of dusts and litter-free. White sand of the beach serves as the best ground for sun-bathing, rest and recreation. The beach stretching about two miles can also serve as the play ground for different kinds of sports and games. Fresh air pervades everywhere. A stroll along the beach is advisable for those curious about small urchins, crabs, sea shells and mussels. One may get on opportunity to observe the most enchanting beauty at Ngapalis that is, the scene of the sunset. Professional or amateur photographers should not miss this opportunity. Oil palms abound in the area and coconut juice is plenty. It is most refreshing to drink to coconut juice after a swim.

In Thandwe, there are some famous pagodas. Scenic beauty is also there. The town’s market is a place of interest. Visitors can study products and experience the life of the local populace.