Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
MAP
(Kone Thai St; snacks from K200; 6am-6pm)
A cuppa at this colourful teashop is accom-
panied by a platter of tasty Indian sweets.
Hi Snack & Drink
BAR
MAP
(Kone Thai St; 5-10pm)
Hi is the size of a closet and boasts a fun, speakeasy feel; if you
haven't had a rum here, you haven't been to Kalaw.
Shopping
R.D.S. Shop
HANDICRAFTS
MAP
(Min St; 9am-6pm)
Representing the commercial wing of the Rural Development Soci-
ety, this shop sells fabrics, clothing and handmade paper produced by local tribes. Profits
go towards development projects in local Shan and Pa-O villages, and the organisation
can also arrange treks.
Information
KBZ Bank
(Min St)
has an ATM that accepts international cards, and a currency exchange
counter (9am to 2pm Monday to Saturday).
Internet is available at
Cyber World
(Aung Chan Thar St; per hr K1000;
8am-11pm)
and
Sky Net
(Kone Thai St; per hr K500;
7am-midnight)
.
Getting There & Away
Several
bus ticket offices
(Union Hwy (NH4))
across from the market, as well as English-
the long-distance buses between Kalaw and various destinations. Air-con buses, fan-
cooled minivans and pick-ups to other destinations in and around Shan State also stop
along this stretch of the Union Hwy (NH4), but it's worth noting that fares for foreigners
are routinely doubled.
Small local
minibuses
bound for Taunggyi depart every morning from a stop behind
the Aung Chang Tha Zedi; these buses can drop you off in Aungban (for Pindaya), Heho
