Indein, near Inle Lake

Burma Tours - the evocative ruins of Indein

The 16th century ruins of Indein were only discovered recently.  Although not as grandiose as the temples of Bagan, these interesting stupas and pagodas are incredibly atmospheric and well worth a visit, especially those on the top of the hill that overlooks the village and lake - here the Shwe Indein Pagoda complex offers more than 1,000 small zedi or stupas, leaning at odd angles and largely unrestored.