Inle Lake - Shan States

Nestled among the hazy Shan Mountains, 900 metres above sea level, its glassy blue waters running 9 miles in length and 4 miles in breadth is the picturesque Inle Lake; certainly one of the most magical sights of South East Asia.

Not only a beautiful sight to enjoy, but practical home to the native Inthas (sons of the lake), who live on the lakes in stilt houses with their neatly cultivated floating farms and nurseries.

The truly unique Inle Lake-leg rowers and fisherman cannot be missed as you glide through the waters on a dreamlike adventure.

One of the main attractions is the famous Phaung-Daw-Oo Pagoda situated on an island in the middle of the lake. Every October, both local and foreign pilgrims flock to the pagoda for its annual three week long festival.

Inle Lake is served by Heho airport, 30 kms away.

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