Destination

KALAW

Before arriving Inle Lake about 30 km away, lie a peaceful summer resort hill station in the British colonial days known as Kalaw and it is still a peaceful and quiet place with an atmosphere reminiscent of the colonial era. Since it is 1320m above sea level, it is pleasantly cool and a good place for hiking. Along the surrounding mountains of Kalaw is home for the ethnic minority tribes such as the Pa-O, Palaung and Danu. Outside of Kalaw, a short trekking trip to the tea growing villages perched in the mountains will bring you to the home of the Palaung. Here the people continue to wear their traditional colorful costume and headdress. Besides, you will see their simple way of living. Some of the long houses made of Bamboo or wood still exist in this area. The Palaung families are staying together in these long houses from grand parents to grand children.