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Mon–Fri, 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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Geographical & Cultural Overview

Sittwe, a significant locality within Myanmar, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Sittwe, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 20.14624 and longitude 92.89835, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 5 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 177,743 people, Sittwe holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLA underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of 01. It is further organized within the MMR012D001 subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as AKY, Ak'jab, Akjab, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Sittwe are synchronized to the Asia/Yangon timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

AKY
Ak'jab
Akjab
Akyab
Sittwe
Situe
Situeh
Sitve
Sitvė
shi dui
shittou~e
sitave
siteuwe
wytwy
Акьяб
Ситуэ
Сітуе
ویتوی
सितवे
စစ်တွေမြို့
シットウェ
实兑
시트웨