Kyaukton
Kyaukton, is a village of Dawei District in the Taninthayi Division of Myanmar. It is located on the western side of the Tenasserim Range, 24 km to the northwest of Sinbyudaing.
Kyaukton | |
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  Kyaukton Location in Burma | |
| Coordinates: 14°9′30″N 98°43′26″E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Taninthayi Region |
| District | Dawei District |
| Township | Dawei Township |
| Subtownship | Myitta Subtownship |
| Elevation | 170 m (570 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC+6.30 (MST) |
Geography
Kyaukton lies east of a bend in the Great Tenasserim River, not far from the border with Thailand.[1] Thiwe Taung mountain is located near the village.
The road, now being developed, between Dawei (Tavoy) and Bangkok passes just north of the town to the northwest.[2] Also a railway line is planned.[3]
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External links
Capital: Dawei | |
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