Inle Lake ----------------------------------------------------------------------------

It is a vast, tranquil and picturesque lake, stretches 141 square kilometres between soaring mountains. It is almost 1000 metres above sea level and studded with floating islands that support villages and colorful markets. The unique leg-rowers are the most amazing. The new discovery pagodas in ruins, Shwe In Thein is one of the most impressive sights on the lake.

What to see

Ywama

The largest village on the Inle Lake ; its streets are a web of canals. There are some beautiful teak houses built on large wooden poles driven into the Lake bed. The main activity and attraction is at the floating market in the largest canal.

Phaung-daw U Pagoda

One of the famous principal shrine in Myanmar, this pagoda houses five small Buddha images. Once a year, in end Sept,-early Oct.,there is a pagoda festival during which the five Buddha images are rowed around the Lake in a colorful barge.

Mine Thauk Market

A large and bustling market where one can find a real local atmosphere with a variety of produce from the lake.

Other places of interest in the Lake are Paya Pauk Pagoda, Zakah Village and Nga Phe monastery.

Around Inle Lake

Taunggyi

The capital of Shan State in eastern Myanmar, Taunggyi is known for its scenic beauty and pleasant climate. Being situated 4500 feet above sea level, it is cool the year round, with fragrant pine forests and soil well suited for the cultivation of flowers and fruits.

Kalaw

Kalaw, another hill station, is 1400 metres above sea-level. Many of the Todor-style houses and English gardens of colonial days remain. It is located 70 km west of Taunggyi.

Pindaya Caves

About 45 km drive from Kalaw is Pindaya, well known for its extensive limestone caves. The caves are set deep in the hillsides and there stands at the entrance, a 15 meter high Shwe U Min Pagoda. There are some 6000 Buddha images and interesting stalagmites.

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