Kayah State

ASLA Foundation Class
Geography
Kayah State
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1. Kayah State
(a) Kayah Tribe
(b) Karen People
(c ) Loikaw and its’ spotted places
Myanmar's Kayah State, the smallest state, is situated in the eastern part of
Myanmar.It is bounded on the north by Shan State, on the east by Thailand and on
the south and west by Kayin State. It has a population of 0.28 million .Kayah covers
11.732km and is divided into 7 townships. The capital city of Kayah State is Loikaw.
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Kayah State
· Loikaw Township. Demoso Township.
· Shadaw Township. Hpruso Township. Bawlakhe Township.
· Hpasawng Township. Mese Township
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(a)Kayah Tribe
Kayah people are also known as Red Karen (Karenni) or Kayah. Kayah people
comprise different 9 ethnic groups such as Kayah, Zayein, Karen (Padaung), Gheko,
Kebar, Bre (Ka-Yaw), Manu Manaw, Yin Talai and Yin Baw. Among them, the main
ethnic groups are Kayah, Kayaw and Karen (sometimes it was called by the Shan
term Padaung). As their direct term Karen ( Kaung- Khaung-Doh ) means "the kings
of mountains," they dislike being called Padaung.
(b) Karen People
Karen women stack their necks with brass rings, which give the long-neck illusion.
Karen mythology claims that the tradition arose to prevent tigers from biting their
necks. On the other hand, some others say that it is also a sign of beauty and wealth.
Karen men dress in traditional coats, knee-length pants, and white headdresses
and shirts. On formal occasions, silver daggers and swords with strings are
carried.
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(c ) Loikaw and its’ spotted places
Loikaw is the capital city of Kayah State in Myanmar. Although Loikaw was just a
small town with a small population of 51,349, the lifestyle here is still traditional and
undisturbed by the modernisation. The famous places of Loikaw are Taung Kwe
Pagoda, Seven Mythical Lakes (Kan Khun Hna Sint), Naung Yar Lake and Sin
Taung (famous as little Switzerland), Kyat Cave, Pan Pet and Hta Nee Lar Lah.
Taung Kwe Pagoda
The Taung Kwe Pagoda is located in the downtown area of Loikaw. Beginning in
1895 and continuing through 1950, local people began to build a pagoda on each of
the nine naturally occurring mountains. It is simple to pay homage to the pagodas
because they are connected by bridges and by steps. Every time we climb the
mountain to visit the pagoda, we also have the opportunity to see beautiful views of the
entire Loikaw city, the sunrise, and the sunset.
Seven Stages Lake (Kan Khun Hna Sint)
I believe it is famous because people all throughout the nation are aware of the legend
of Prince Thudanu, Dwemenaw, and Kayah people. According to legend,
Dwemenaw and her seven Kaingnayi sisters used to bathe daily in this forest
lake.When Prince Thudanuh first noticed them, he planned to use the dragon net to
capture them before they returned. But only Demenaw, the youngest of the other
seven, was caught. The prince then took her to the imperial palace and made her a
princess.
From Loikaw, it is 14 kilometers away. The lakes are situated naturally one after
another, beginning at the base of the mountain and the travelers are amazed by
its peaceful surroundings.
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Naung Yar Lake
Naung Yar Lake is a fairly basic lake and park that are connected for relaxation and as
a change of scenery from the city . Additionally, it is in the heart of Loikaw and is a
popular hangout for the local young people.
Kyat Cave
It was 10 kilometers to the east of Loikaw to find Kyat Cave. A limestone cave
called Kyat Cave is about 1990 feet above sea level. In Kayah, it is known as
Yasukhu. Many wooden coffins can be found inside the cave. Some of the coffins
are 15 feet in length. The smallest coffins measure 2 feet in length. While some of
them are simply found on the ground, others are hung up 20 to 30 feet high at the
cave's surface. According to legend, those coffins were found together with bones
70 years ago. The hours given for reaching the cave are between 9 am and 4
pm.People need to first go to a very large limestone in order to enter Kyat Cave.And
from the stairs they must climb to reach a height of about 100 feet.
Ngwetaung Dan
One of the important places in Demoso that should be visited is the Ngwetaung Dam.
The dam's embankment draws visitors' attention. View desks have been set up on
the embankment so that visitors can take in the natural beauty.
Htipwint Lake and Thitsa Lake, Demoso
The lake's surface gave the impression that sand was being spewed out of an
ancient volcano in the form of umbrellas. As a result, locals refer to this action as
opening the umbrellas. The lake measures 115 feet in width and 227 feet long.
Thitsa Lake is the name of another lake that lies next to the umbrella lake. In fact,
Thitsa Lake is renowned for having a spring that never runs dry. They both are
located in Demoso township, as well.
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Panpet, Demoso
People of the Kayan (Padaung) ethnicity live in Panpet village. The village's entrance
is filled with stores selling a variety of household goods, trinkets, and ornaments
from the local culture. Visitors will get the opportunity to see Kayan ethnic people's
weaving crafts, particularly those done by the women and bronze rings being worn
around the necks. Travelers can pose for pictures while dressed as Kayan.
Hsinbyu Hill, Hpruso or Demoso
I think Hsinbyu Hill also known as the little Switzerland is involved in the area of
Pruhso Township but some say it is in Demoso Township.The locals assemble
there to take in the most priceless view with its fresh air and most breathtaking
dawn and sunset.
Bawlakhe
For its patriotic leader Saw La Phaw, Bawlakhe is well-known. Saw La Phaw, a
leader of the Kayah ethnic group, joined the resistance against British colonial rule
when they invaded Myanmar. Bawlakhe also has a lot of secret locations, such as
Ywathit Town, also called Sawlon Town. Travelers can check out the burial
pagodas that honor the families of Chief Saw La Phaw. A standout feature of
Bawlakhe is Yepyar Creek, where the water is clear and blue.
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ASLA Foundation Class

· Loikaw Township. Demoso Township.

· Shadaw Township. Hpruso Township. Bawlakhe Township.

· Hpasawng Township. Mese Township

of mountains," they dislike being called Padaung.

(b) Karen People

Taung Kwe Pagoda

Seven Stages Lake (Kan Khun Hna Sint)

Htipwint Lake and Thitsa Lake, Demoso

Hsinbyu Hill, Hpruso or Demoso

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