When roaming through my Yangon neighborhood I stumbled upon the beautiful Kandawgyi Lake with the surrounding Kandawgyi Nature Park. First I came across several plant nurseries. And with my love for orchids (the only plants I can keep alive at home 🙂 ) it was hard to leave without getting any. A lot more species than I can get back home at the flower shop 🙂 After a stroll in the park I stopped for lunch at Garden Bistro. A lakeside restaurant with a pleasant view. Not the most exciting meal, but descent enough. Has a good selection of international fare, if you’re not in the mood for local cuisine. The fun however began when I later that evening met up with my friends to go for dinner. Turned out the lake and park were a lot bigger than I thought, and we ended up at the opposite side where the majestically restaurant barge Karaweik has dropped anchor. Very cool looking! Further down there is sort of a “nightlife district” with some bars, restaurants and small shops. Mind you a very small one compared to other cities… Getting into this area costs a few kyats. Kind of a Kandawgyi by day and Kandawgyi by night. Diversity can’t be beaten!
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I love your photo with the reflections in the lake. I can see why you like this park.
Thanks! It has so many different aspects/areas. A great mix.
What a beautiful and tranquil setting. Thanks for linking up with #wkendtravelinspiration, see you next week!
Yep! Some parts are tranquil. Others not so much 🙂
A lovely park and an interesting area. Myanmar is on my bucket list.
Myanmar should be on everyone’s bucket list 😉
Orchids are the only plants that you can keep alive? I thought orchids were hard to keep alive… so maybe you have a very green thumb!
Haha, yes, it is 🙂 They don’t need much water 🙂 Others never survive 🙂
Coool Pics! I would like to see a night view 🙂
Thnx! Didn’t get a good shot 🙁
Beautiful pictures! 😀
Thanks! Nice park 🙂