The word karaweik comes from Pali karavika (ကရဝီက), which is a mythical bird with a melodious cry.
[1] Construction began in June 1972 and it was finished in October 1974.
[2][3] The barge is a two-storied construction of concrete and stucco, reinforced by iron rods, with a pyatthat-topped roof, two reception halls and a conference room.
[4][unreliable source] It houses a buffet restaurant today.
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