There are many unique things to say about Inle (or Inn Lay) Lake. However one of the most interesting phenomena is the method used to row one's boat. The rower stands on the stern (or I'd say "balances") and rows the boat by oar using one leg - as seen above.

As we crossed the lake in the early morning fishermen (and young helpers) were busy at work. Not only is their rowing method unique (using one leg while balancing on the stern), but their fishing method is also unique. They drop the cone shaped net into the water (point up) and then stab the area with a long sharp spear, thus spearing the fish!

The people living on the lake used other methods of propelling their boats - rowing while standing or sitting, or good ole outboard engines.

You see here a few different types of houses. We did actually get into a couple. One was a home cheroot manufacturer and a couple others were around a silk and lotus fiber weaver. The whole country's economics revolves around home and local small businesses.

Thought you'd enjoy these shots of local children doing what kids do all around the world: petting their cat and going fishing!

This is the way the people were: smiling and friendly. I don't really think there are so many tourists here.

How about this little girl? (right) She's definitely helping propel the boat!

A woman from Inle Lake (left).

Puppets are a tradition in Burma as well as Cambodia. We enjoyed this puppet show a lot even though we were the only attendees. The owner is fifth generation puppeteer and hopes to teach his son the art.

We visited a local village which though disappointing (in that nobody lived there??!) - still we had a few good photo ops.

We visited the Phaungdawoo Pagoda and captured these lovely images.