Thaton
Myanmar · Mon StateMM
Town in Mon State, Myanmar
Thaton is a town in Mon State, in southern Myanmar on the Tenasserim plains. Thaton lies along the National Highway 8 and is also connected by the National Road 85. It is 230 kilometres (140 mi) southeast of Yangon and 70 kilometres (43 mi) north of Mawlamyine. Thaton was the capital of Thaton Kingdom from at least the 4th century BC to the middle of the 11th century AD.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 130,763
- Coordinates
- 16.919, 97.370
- Timezone
- Asia/Yangon
- Elevation
- 24 m
Overview of Thaton
Part of Mon State, Myanmar, Thaton is a mid-sized city. With 130,763 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern. A useful hint when you budget your days. Travel interests covered here include adventure, culture and nature.
Things to do in Thaton
Adventure in Thaton
(3)On the adventure side, Thaton offers Climbing, Parachute and Treasure Hunts. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Thaton. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Culture in Thaton
(3)Thaton records Historical Sites, Monuments and Mosques under culture. All of it is drawn from Thaton's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Nature in Thaton
(2)For nature, expect Caves and Volcanoes. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Thaton.
Sports in Thaton
(1)Looking for sports? Thaton has Horse Trails. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Thaton.
Wellness in Thaton
(1)Our data lists Turkish Baths as wellness options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Thaton.
Best time to visit Thaton
For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot. Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food.
Getting there & around
Expect a regional connection into Thaton, then short distances on foot. Thaton runs on Asia/Yangon time.
Similar destinations
Places near Thaton that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thaton known for?
- In Mon State, Myanmar, Thaton stands out for adventure, culture and nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 130,763-strong destination.
- What can you do in Thaton?
- Options in Thaton run to Climbing, Parachute, Treasure Hunts, Historical Sites and Monuments — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Thaton?
- For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot. Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food.
- Where is Thaton located?
- You will find Thaton in Mon State, Myanmar. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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