Environment and Economy

Environment and Economy

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Environment and Economy

The document describes Khongso land as a hilly place in the southern Chin Hills of western Myanmar. Forest is described as a main resource for the economy because of flora, fauna, and paddy field cultivation. Hunting, gathering of fruits and roots, and fishing are described as major pursuits for living.

Main climatesSummer, winter, and rainy seasons
Main economic basisForest resources, paddy cultivation, hunting, gathering, and fishing
Rainy seasonEnd of May to October

Land conditions and environment

This image fits the environment page better than a generic village image because the land itself becomes visible as part of the lived setting.

Khongso woman in traditional clothing standing in a rural land setting
Portrait placed against a more exposed rural land setting.