stilt houses - Inle Lake
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stilt houses - Inle Lake
Stilt houses - Inle Lake - Basha on stilts on half-island. Date: 1952
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1952 Basha Half Inle Stilt Stilts
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This evocative photograph captures the unique landscape of Inle Lake in Myanmar (Burma), taken in the year 1952. The serene lake, dotted with floating gardens and fishing boats, is the backdrop to this image of traditional stilt houses, known locally as 'Bashas.' The half-island in the foreground is home to several of these distinctive dwellings, each built on tall stilts to adapt to the lake's fluctuating water levels. The 1950s, a period of significant change in Myanmar, are captured in this image as the traditional way of life on Inle Lake begins to be documented. The people of the lake, predominantly the Intha ethnic group, have lived in these stilt houses for generations. The houses are not only a testament to their ingenuity and resourcefulness but also an integral part of their cultural identity. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily lives of the Intha people, who have made their homes on the lake. The stilt houses are accessible only by boat, and the community is self-sufficient, growing vegetables on the floating gardens and fishing in the lake. The image also reveals the simple yet beautiful architecture of the Bashas, with their conical roofs and wooden balconies. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Inle Lake and the resilient people who call it home. The image, taken in 1952, offers a rare glimpse into the past, preserving the history and traditions of a unique community that continues to thrive in the present day.
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