Inle lake Inle lake, the second largest lake of Myanmar is located in Nyaung Shwe Township of the Shan State. Surrounded by more than 200 villages with a population of around 150,00, Inle lake is an enchanting place set in the hills of the southern Shan state. Located near to the border with China, Laos and Thailand, it is also surrounded by hills and its inhabitants are Intha. The visitors can enjoy the scenery of green hills, blue skies and discover the way of life of the famous leg-rowers. They can also find the “stilt-house villages” and “floating gardens” of the Intha tribe. Have a look at the traditional rotating five-day market and meet Shan, Pa-O, Taung Yo, Danu and other tribes. Find out how the lntha leg-rowers row with one leg and use both of their hands to fish! Boats are the main means of transport around the lake. But Inle Lake is not the only place where you can enjoy. Disembark at the jetty and explore the once a sleepy town called Nyaung Shwe by bike or on foot. Whether you take a walk on the shore or take a boat ride on the river, it guarantees to be a memorable and magnificent relaxation place from the busy modern day life.
Posted on: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 13:20:13 +0000
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