Kandawgyi Lake

ကန်တော်ကြီး(ရန်ကုန်)

lake in Yangon

#5 in Yangon / #18 in Myanmar

by Wolfgang Weber

/ CC BY 3.0

Kandawgyi Lake, located in Yangon, Myanmar (formerly known as Burma), is a picturesque artificial lake that serves as a popular recreational spot for both locals and tourists. The lake is surrounded by the lush Kandawgyi Nature Park, offering serene walking paths, gardens, and picnic areas. One of the most striking features of Kandawgyi Lake is the Karaweik Palace, a stunning structure designed to resemble a royal barge, which sits on the eastern shore of the lake. The lake also provides a beautiful view of the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda, especially during sunrise and sunset, making it a favored spot for photographers.

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