Kalaw is a former British Hill Station on a plateau in the mountains of Shan State. It’s a very beautiful and relaxing town, and a starting point for many hikes and treks into the surrounding hills and jungle. It’s also host to some of the most delicious snack-stands in the country.
[...] The unexpected cyclone in the middle of the winter had caused havoc on the road up the mountains to Kalaw. Twenty miles outside of Kalaw the large air-conditioned bus with it’s frozen passengers came [...]
These are great photos. Thanks for sharing!
I agree. Can’t wait to go there!
Now’s a good time to go!
Thanks for the tip, Harold!
Don’t forget to try the breakfast dishes at the central market!
Also the Nepali restaurant!
Kalaw has a great climate also — never too hot or cold.
[...] the region–the tomatoes are roasted and firey in Rakhine State or green with extra peanuts in Kalaw, Shan [...]
[...] The unexpected cyclone in the middle of the winter had caused havoc on the road up the mountains to Kalaw. Twenty miles outside of Kalaw the large air-conditioned bus with it’s frozen passengers came [...]