Kyaing Tong

Kyaing Tong is well known for its scenic beauty and colorful hill tribes, still untouched by tourism. Kyaing Tong will always be among the most enchanting places. Kyaing Tong is the capital of Eastern Shan State golden triangle region and easily accessible by flight from Yangon, Mandalay or Heho. It is also one of the most scenic spots and many interesting trekking opportunities into the surrounding mountains. A place with long history, Kyaing Tong possesses unique & many cultures; Gon Shan, Myanmar and Thai. This can be seen in the architecture of the buildings which reflect all traces.

There are also many tribal villages; Palaungs, Eng, Akha, Lahu etc around Kyaing Tong. They have surprisingly preserved their ancient customs and traditions as well as their unique and colorful dresses up to now and many can be seen in the marketplace where they come to do their shopping every morning.