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 It is one of the most important prehistoric
sites in Myanmar, estimated that the cave
was used by primitive people between 10,000
and 15,000 years ago. In located 14 miles
west of a town of YwarNgan. The cave is also
situated 70 miles south east of Mandalay.
Driving from Mandalay to a small town "Kume"
about 2 and half hours. From Kume to KingTar
Dam for another 30 minutes drive and across
the lake by boat for 15 minutes. Trek uphill
to the cave in a middle of mountain about 50
minutes. Observe the prehistoric drawing
pictures of animal and human subjects and
weapons of the Stone Age. Return to Mandalay
in the evening.
Characteristics of Padalin Cave and Wildlife
Sanctuary are to preserve Padalin cave stone
age culture which is an oldest culture found
in Myanmar, to conserve environs surrounding
the cave, to make habitat for mammals like
Wild Elephants, Gaur, Leopard, Banteng,
Sambar, many species of monkeys and many
species of birds like Wood-peckers, and
jungle birds.
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