Discover the Historical Charm of Kalaw
Explore Kalaw, Myanmar's hidden gem, where history meets stunning natural beauty and vibrant local culture.
Kalaw, a picturesque hill station in Myanmar, offers a rich tapestry of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Nestled in the Shan State, it is a must-visit destination for tourists seeking a blend of adventure and tranquility.
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Local tips
- Visit Kalaw during the dry season (November to February) for the best trekking conditions.
- Don't miss the local markets for authentic handicrafts and delicious street food.
- Consider hiring a local guide for trekking to enhance your experience with cultural insights.
- Pack layers, as temperatures can drop significantly in the evenings.
- Take time to explore nearby monasteries for a deeper understanding of local traditions.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are in the town center near the Kalaw Market, head south on Kalaw Main Road (also known as Thiri Mingala Road). Continue walking straight for about 10 minutes until you reach the junction with the road leading to Aung Chan Tha Road. Turn left onto Aung Chan Tha Road, which is marked by a sign for WELCOME TO KALAW. Walk for another 5 minutes, and you will see WELCOME TO KALAW on your right, with a welcoming sign and a small area for photos.
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Walking
Starting from the Kalaw Railway Station, exit the station and turn left onto the main road. Walk straight for approximately 15 minutes until you reach the intersection with Kalaw Main Road. Turn right onto Kalaw Main Road and continue for about 5 minutes. You will encounter the sign for WELCOME TO KALAW on your left side.
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Walking
From the Green Hill Valley Elephant Camp, head back towards the main road. Turn left onto the main road and walk straight for about 20 minutes. When you reach the junction with Aung Chan Tha Road, turn right. WELCOME TO KALAW will be about a 5-minute walk down this road on your left-hand side.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
WELCOME TO KALAW
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Unique Bar & Restaurant - Kalaw
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လောကနန္ဒာရေကန်တော်
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Myanmar
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View Point @Thein Taung
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Ever Smile Kalaw Trekking Services
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Parami Motel
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Aung Chan Tha Pagoda
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Jungle King Trekking Service
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Yola Trekking and Guide Services
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Lucky Flower
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Red House Bar & Restaurant
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A1 Trekking Services
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Kalaw Centre Chapel
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ချစ်သူလမ်းးကြား၊ကလော။
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Unmissable attractions to see
kalaw
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Thein Taung Monastery
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Kalaw City View (ကလောမြို့ရှူခင်း)
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Kalaw Town Market
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Old Post Office
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Christ The King Church
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Shwe Oo Min Monastery
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Hnee Phayagyi (Kalaw)
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သာမိုင်းခမ်း VIEW POINT
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Kan Bar Ni Cave
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Green Hill Valley Elephant Camp
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Mount Main Ma Ye Thakinma
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Khaung Daing Natural Hot Spring
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Shwe Oo Min Pagoda
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Essential places to dine
SEA FOOD HOUSE HOT POT & BBQ
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Naing Phyo
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Hein Star Restaurant - Kalaw
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Thu Maung Restaurant
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3N South Indian Halal Food
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PanThitsar Restaurant
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ပုံ့ပုံ့ ငါးထမင်းနယ် ( Pont Pont Shan restaurant)
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Golden Umbrella
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Pine Land Restaurant | ထင်းရှူးမြိုင်
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Shwe Inn Lay Shan Restaurant
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Aung Nyein Chan Aung - II Chinese & Myanmar Foods
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O Wel Lay Myanmar Style Restaurant
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Shaw Phi Myanmar restaurant (ရှော်ဖီ)
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ဂန္တဝင်စံ
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ရသာသစ် ရှမ်းအစားစာhalla Yathar thit halla restaurant
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Pearl store
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Pan The Shan Clothing Shop
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Tun Thit Sa Store
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Fair Trade Shop
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Aye Aye(dryfish vend)
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San San Mobile Phone Shop & Stationery
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Shwe Gabar Store (Kalaw Market)
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Pine Su Tratidional Fashion Shop
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ABN Finest Shop 2
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Phone Myo Taw ( Mobile Phone & Accessories)
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Paper lamps and umbrellas shop
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ROYAL KiNG
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Rangoon to Kalaw RtK2
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
126 Kalaw
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th Twin Heart
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Emerald Restaurant
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Kalaw Gandawin San (Heritage-21) Bar & Restaurant
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Hi Snacks & Drinks
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Fananime
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Peter Cocktail House
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Wunjo Bar
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The Bar Casino
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Wine House(Ace Damson)
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BAR IN KALAW
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Exit Bar
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TH Bar & Restaurant,Ktv
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Chill Bar Kalaw
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