Chindwin
The Chindwin River is the largest tributary of Myanmar's river system, the Ayeyarwady, and flows wholly through Myanmar. Chindwin is another spelling of its official name.
Regular river-going vessels serve the Chindwin up to the town of Homalin. Since ancient times, the teak forests within its drainage region have been a vital resource. Burmese amber can be found in abundance in the Hukawng Valley. There are jade deposits along the river, but Hpakant, in the Uyu river's headwaters, is the only spot in the world where the best jade, known as jadeite or imperial jade, may be found, as well as a plethora of fish.
Chindwin's path passes across mountain ranges and woodlands for the most part. Much of it has remained untouched due to the difficulties of access. Within the Hukawng Valley, the Burmese government recently established a vast refuge for the endangered tiger. The culture of western Burma is greatly influenced by the Chindwin River. The languages of Central Sino-Tibetan (which includes Meithei) arose along the river's valleys. The river is the largest tributary of Myanmar's river system, the Ayeyarwady, and flows wholly through Myanmar. Chindwin is another spelling of its official name.
Total length: 750 miles
