Sacrificing atmosphere for organisation, Mindat's new, institutional-looking and orderly indoor market is just off the main road. Small stalls sell everything from ordinary household goods and produce – you'll see tattoo-faced elderly women shopping – to a good number selling traditional Chin clothes, bags and purses, which make good souvenirs.
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The highest peak in Chin State – 10,016ft – and the third-highest in Myanmar, stunning Mt Victoria is one of the principal attractions of southern Chin…
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Chin Antiques & Cultural Exhibition Centre
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Trained lawyer and maths teacher Robert Om Kee, son of Vakok vilage chief, has dedicated himself to this fascinating and tiny house museum. He'll quickly…
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The steps to the top of this monastery, offering the best mountain views, especially at sunset, are lined with standing Buddha statues.
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Climb the steep steps to this small golden zedi (stupa) perched above Mindat for awesome views over the surrounding area.
Nearby Chin State attractions
1. Chin Antiques & Cultural Exhibition Centre
0.6 MILES
Trained lawyer and maths teacher Robert Om Kee, son of Vakok vilage chief, has dedicated himself to this fascinating and tiny house museum. He'll quickly…
0.88 MILES
Climb the steep steps to this small golden zedi (stupa) perched above Mindat for awesome views over the surrounding area.
1.39 MILES
The steps to the top of this monastery, offering the best mountain views, especially at sunset, are lined with standing Buddha statues.
10.42 MILES
The highest peak in Chin State – 10,016ft – and the third-highest in Myanmar, stunning Mt Victoria is one of the principal attractions of southern Chin…