Kandawgyi Lake

Kandawgyi Lake is an artificial reservoir in Yangon with walking paths along its southern and western shores. The lake is surrounded by parkland and zoological gardens, creating a green space within the urban area.

British colonial administrators built this reservoir in the late 1800s to provide drinking water for expanding Yangon. The facility was later enlarged and remains part of the city's water management system.

The name derives from Burmese and means "jade lake." Locals use the shores for jogging and walking, treating it as a peaceful escape from city life where families gather especially in the early morning hours.

The lake can be accessed via Kan Yeik Thar Road, with free walking areas and paid zones in the eastern section. Early morning or late afternoon visits work best since temperatures are more comfortable during these times.

The Karaweik Palace on the eastern shore was built in 1972 and mimics traditional Burmese royal barge architecture. Today it operates as a restaurant where visitors can observe architectural details up close.