This is it! Our vacation has started. Last night we boarded the train for Chiang Mai. Not too bad of a trip. We had been fortunate to book a first class sleeper cabin, well worth the extra few hundred Baht. Of course, it could have just as well been called a first class insomnia cabin! Both of us woke up with each train stop. Still, the bed was comfortable...
We arrived in Chiang Mai at about 10:30 AM. Nice "cool" weather here. Not quite as big and dirty of a city as Bangkok, which is refreshing. It is quite nice to see a strong Hill Tribe presence and influence at the markets, etc. We found and checked into a great little guest house. Our room is cozy and at a great price too... only 450 Baht a night. It is a family run business with everyone pitching in.
After a short little rest and a shower, we were out on the streets of Chiang Mai. We wandered around for a bit until finally talking with a Tuk Tuk driver and arranging a tour of some Wat's. After our Wat tour he dropped us off at the Sunday Market.
What a wonderful influence of Hill Tribe culture! Such a nice change from our local Bangkok Market and MBK. Still some very touristy wares, but still some more unique items as well. There was plenty of art available for purchase. We found a great "Line Thai" piece done in black ink. We also bought a great Hill Tribe style embroidered blanket. Very colorful.
Once our feet were sufficiently tired from walking up and down the market, we decided to head for home. A short walk later we arrived. Whew! What a day. Enjoy the pictures. Until tomorrow...
Eduardo
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