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"Kandawgyi" royal lake, Yangon

"Kandawgyi" royal lake, which is one of Yangon's recreation spots, is situated in the east of Shwedagon Pagoda. It was created by the British and a good spot for relax with well shady trees and plants. The Glisten Shwedagon pagoda reflects in the restful waters of the lake. There is full of interesting places around the lake.

On the eastern part of Royal Lake is the Karaweik floating restaurant made of concrete fully decorated with pilaster work. Karaweik Hall is one of the landmarks of Yangon, standing in the Kandawgyi Lake(Royal Lake ). It is the replica of Royal Barge with two mythical birds at fore-front which has been used by King Alongsithu of Bagan dynasty(12 Century AD).   It has 3 floors including a ceremonial hall. This wholly gilded building is about 20 years old.

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