We traveled down the Ping river this morning to explore Wiang Kum Kam, the ancient satellite city of Chiang Mai. This city was constructed before CM and has 6 temples some in ruins and some in use. We thought it was a "cruise" but it turned out to be a short trip to visit the temples. The river was not all that attractive and I would not swim in it. When we arrived at Wiang Kum Kam, each couple got their own horse and carriage with driver to take a photo trip of about 30 minutes around to see each temple. The buggy ride was fun and the temples were interesting. I will post the photos now and caption later, so check back.
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| B takes my photo, while I take his...lol (I looked terrible in his photo, so not pictured here)lol |
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| river boat dock |
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| dock exit in Wiang Kum Kam not elder friendly... lol better than going ass over t-kettle..lol |
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| some of the housing along the riverbanks |
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| little girl playing on deck |
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| more laundry - as B says, " if a strong wind blew, you would be minus a lot of clothes" lol |
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| fishing and waving |
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| view from the prow |
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| Kuu Kam Temple a view from the river boat |
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| our carriage awaits! B says the horse looks like he is afraid he is going to have to lug B around...lol |
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| G settles in carriage and horse looks worried |
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| now horse is definitely troubled with B in tow |
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| OK horsey, we got this, now giddy-up! |
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| Pra That Kad temple & Buddha |
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| Young boy lights incense - basically an "altar boy" lol |
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| Kar Poa Dom Temple |
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| Pu Pia Temple |
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| Wat Nan Chang |
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| E Kang Temple |
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| Kuu Kam Temple is the white pyramid shape... dragons guard the steps to the other temple as blue sign says "no women" |
I think it would be fascinating to sit down with you both and hear of the "world-view" you've developed from your travels.
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