Tachilek
Myanmar · Shan StateMM
Town in Shan State, Myanmar
Tachileik is a border town in Shan State of eastern Myanmar. It is the administrative seat of Tachileik Township and Tachileik District and most populated city in eastern Shan State with 51,553 residents per 2014 census count, ahead of Kyaing Tong, but only 4th statewide. It faces Mae Sai in Thailand, and is home to one of Myanmar's seven official border trade posts with Thailand.
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- 20.448, 99.881
- Timezone
- Asia/Yangon
Overview of Tachilek
Travellers heading to Shan State, Myanmar will find Tachilek, a destination. The local offer centres on nightlife and adventure. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Tachilek
Nightlife in Tachilek
(2)For nightlife, expect Casinos and Nightlife. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Tachilek's own activity tags.
Adventure in Tachilek
(1)For adventure, expect Parachute. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Tachilek's own activity tags.
Best time to visit Tachilek
Museums, food and nightlife keep Tachilek viable all year.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Shan State plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Asia/Yangon on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Tachilek that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tachilek known for?
- Travellers associate Tachilek with nightlife and adventure. It sits in Shan State, Myanmar.
- What can you do in Tachilek?
- Tachilek is tagged with Casinos, Nightlife and Parachute, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Tachilek?
- Museums, food and nightlife keep Tachilek viable all year.
- Where is Tachilek located?
- Tachilek belongs to Shan State, Myanmar, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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