Inwa or Ava (also spelled Innwa), located in Mandalay Region, Myanmar (Burma), is an ancient imperial capital of successive Burmese kingdoms from the 14th to 19th centuries.
Throughout history, it was sacked and rebuilt numerous times. The capital city was finally abandoned after it was completely destroyed by a series of major earthquakes in March 1839.
Though only a few traces of its former grandeur remain today, the former capital is a popular day-trip tourist destination from Mandalay.
Irrawaddy River.
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Entering the boat. |
Down the river to Inwa. |
Mooring the boat at a small pier. |
Lunch under the trees. |
The lunch menu is written in Burmese language. |
Soup. |
Main course. |
Dessert. |
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