Shan State Travel Guide

Myanmar

A hilly landscape with red and green fields, scattered trees, and a clear blue sky.
A waterway with floating houses and a clear blue sky.
A person standing on a boat in a calm body of water with mountains in the background.
A rural landscape with a person sitting on a wooden structure, another person bending over, and a building with a sign in the background.
Three people on a boat with a fishing net.

Popular cities in Shan State

Two people on a boat at sunset with fishing nets overhead.
Nyaungshwe
Known for Lakes, Boating and Biking
Escape to Nyaungshwe! Enjoy its boating, temples and forests.

Reasons to visit

  • Inle Lake
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A mountainous landscape with a winding road, scattered houses, and dense forested areas.
Kalaw
Known for Sunsets, Coffee and Excursions
Kalaw is calling! Discover its hiking, coffee, jungle and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Kalaw Market
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A temple with numerous golden spires and a smaller building with a red roof.
Taunggyi
Known for Museums
Explore Taunggyi: its museums and more!
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A sunset over a hilly landscape with trees silhouetted against the sky.
Hsipaw
Known for Hiking, Excursions and Castle
Quaint Hsipaw is calling! Discover its hiking, castle, temples and more.
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Mong Hsat
Mong Hsat
During your stay in Mong Hsat, you can discover things to see and do in the local area.
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Pekon
Pekon
Plan your trip to Pekon and take advantage of the sights and activities in the area.
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Stay near popular Shan State attractions

Three traditional boats on a calm body of water with mountains in the background.
Photo by JOSÉ LUIS MANZANEDO RUIZ
Open Photo by JOSÉ LUIS MANZANEDO RUIZ

Inle Lake

9.6/10 (95 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Inle Lake during your travels in Nyaungshwe. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.
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