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Inle
Inle
This
vast picturesque lake, 22 km long, 11km wide, 1328
metres above sea level is one of the main tourist
attractions in Myanmar. Inle lake, natural and
unpolluted, is famous for its scenic beauty and the
unique leg-rowing of the Inthas, the native lake
dwellers. And The lake is home to the Intha people among
others, who have adapted to their watery environment by
building whole villagers rising in stilts from the
shallow waters. The entire lake area supports a
population of over 70000. Floating gardens, floating
farms, floating villages, the way of fishing are
interesting to observe.
Interesting Places
Phaungdawoo
Pagoda

One of the famous principal shrines in Myanmar, this
pagoda houses five small Buddha Images. Once a year,
in end September or early October, there is a pagoda
festival during which the four Buddha Images are
rowed around the Lake in a colourful 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.
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