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Inle Lake, Polymictic lake in Nyaungshwe Township, Myanmar.

Inle Lake stretches across 116 square kilometers at an elevation of 884 meters, featuring numerous stilt houses and floating gardens on its surface.

The lake gained recognition as Myanmar's first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2015, marking a milestone in the preservation of its natural resources.

The Intha people maintain traditional fishing methods using a distinctive leg-rowing technique while managing their nets with both hands.

Transportation around the lake operates through a network of boats, connecting visitors to markets, villages, monasteries, and crafting workshops.

Local farmers create agricultural plots on floating garden beds formed from lake-bottom materials, cultivating vegetables and fruits directly on the water.

Location: Nyaungshwe Township

Elevation above the sea: 884 m

GPS coordinates: 20.55000,96.91667

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:03

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