Chills like home - Chiang Rai, Thailand

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The 9-tier Pagoda

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January 2, 2020

It was definitely a long trip. It is because the drive took more than 12 hours. The double-decker bus (Budsarakham Tour - VIP bus) from Bangkok to Chiang Rai was comfortable though. We booked the night trip not only for lesser accommodation but definitely to have more time exploring the place. We arrived at the bus station somewhat past 6 AM (Thailand time) and were welcomed by the cold breeze. (Winter season, but no snow as described by the local). It chills undeniably like home (Baguio City) compared to Bangkok. Those were the moments you want to enjoy drinking coffee, wear a jacket and/ or scarf, and just feel the cold breeze touching your skin while the sun is not yet out.

1st destination: Wat Rong Khun - White Temple

Buddhist temple with modern white design

Wat Rong Khun is a unique temple that stands out through the white color and the use of pieces of glass in the plaster, sparkling in the sun. The white color signifies the purity of the Buddha, while the glass symbolizes the Buddha’s wisdom and the Dhamma, the Buddhist teachings. The ticket at the same time shows what else can be seen inside and their locations.

There are unique items/ things you can discover inside

The place was very stunning, with the color and details everywhere. It's also a place that attracts a lot of visitors (Thai and foreigners). I think this place will also be greatly appreciated by people who love arts and details.

2nd destination: Baan Dam Museum (Black House)

In thai "Baan" means house or home and "Dam" means black. It's also an interesting place to visit. Black House is said to be a contemporary artwork museum comprised of artist Thawan Dunchanee's lives work. They show his assortment of artwork, sculptures, wooden carvings, and furniture created by him, and collected from around the world.

That unique trashbin that follows segregation.
The Black Charcoal Softee Ice Cream is a must-try when in the Black House

3rd destination: Wat Huay Pla Kung - Big Buddha

Guan Yin (The Goddess of Mercy)

Since we have a limited time to stay in Chiang Rai, we just went around the place but did not climb inside the Pagoda nor the templeπŸ˜‚. There are free rides though going up and down the Pagoda.

4th destination: Union of Hill Tribe Villages

Union hill tribe villages were established since 20 years ago in Nanglae District, not very far from Chiang Rai city. It is where 5 hill tribe villages with more than 200 villagers living in, which are Akha tribe, Iu Mien (Yao) Tribe, Lahu (Muser) Tribe, Palong (Big earring) tribe, and Long Neck (Karen) tribe. (Source: Asia Tour Advisor)

The most common and known as the Long Neck (Karen) Tribe was unique. You can encounter their women wearing stacked brass rings on their necks & sell handmade crafts.

Bought some of their locally made products such as a scarf and the like.

Visiting the village was the last stop of our itinerary for the day, though Chiang Rai has a lot more to offer (Blue Temple, Golden Triangle, and more). The direct bus going from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai was already fully booked when we inquired; hence, we have to take a cutting trip. Started from the Minibus that dropped us to Makajhan, then rode Songthaew (Jeep) bound to Chiang Mai. (Upcoming article on what happened at Chiang Mai will be coming next)

P. S.

  • we did look for a place to freshen up before wandering πŸ€£πŸ˜‚πŸ€£

  • pictures are taken by either the three of us (dolor, kits, ces) while for the others we requested random people to take pictures. Selfies and groufies with the locals were not posted here since we did not ask for their permission if we can post them.

  • we were able to manage our time since we have rented a Songthaew for the day

  • There are entrance fees in every destination.

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I'm Dolor

- not a writer nor a blogger just a life wanderer who wanted to share travels, experiences, and learnings 😘

- hope you can join me wandering next time πŸ˜‰

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I was wondering about the second part of the Thailand trip. I thought you won't continue with it. Anyway, not really sure who is Dolor, Kits and Ces but I love the outfit of the girl in white. Plus the earrings. 🀩 hope you can let me know about the whole outfit. How does the black charcoal ice cream tastes like?

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3rd - 5th part of Thailand trip will be published sooooonnn 😁..,

That was Kits, the earings and pants were both bought at Bangkok 🀣.., the pants is very comfortable and it looks good on her.. https://www.instagram.com/p/B6_1apQhVx61eGJA28yxdgH2vYJcrX3zcWhDSs0/?utm_medium=copy_link (hope you can see the whole outfit here 😁)

The charcoal ice cream tastes good and unique 🀣

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3 years ago

what a beautiful place!...Architectural design of the temple is really adorable.

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3 years ago

Yes, the design is somewhat very wonderful.., can't imagine how long it took to accomplish the temples.

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3 years ago

Oh.i badly wanna go to Thailand... these temples and architecture!!!

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3 years ago

The effort they put in building such temples are worth commending. Hope you can visit it too 😊

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3 years ago

yes hopefully post pandemic!

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3 years ago

G.., if everything is safe 😊

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3 years ago

Wahhh...😲 That's really nice.. Thank you so much for the virtual tour. Feels like I am also into that trip myself.. 😍😍😍

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3 years ago

No big deal po.., happy to have you join the trip 😊

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3 years ago

hihi.. If only I can..☺️

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3 years ago

In time po 😊

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3 years ago

I like the white temple than the black. More intricate details. I like those heads hanging on the trees too. Lots of familiar ones.

Ada met lang gayam long-neck tribe da dita. Diyay ti ranta mi idi jay Myanmar ngem han mi napanan. Maymayat met gayam ti tour u :)

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https://www.instagram.com/p/B6zRBrph7Gd932sM06g1n7s68sEkr53iJMmM6I0/?utm_medium=copy_link Creepy ung iba πŸ˜‚πŸ€£πŸ˜‚

Jay long neck talaga t dinayo mi metlang ijay uray adayo.. kunan mi tri country kuma metlang, pero masmaganda pala ung kahit isang country lang πŸ˜…

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3 years ago

Truly stunning, especially the white temple. Look at the details! And you guys all looked happy together hehe.

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Yes po.., it's the details in the white temple as well as other temples that makes the structures very pleasing to the eyes.

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3 years ago

super fun. beautiful memories po:)

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3 years ago

Thanks po...

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3 years ago

Welcome, sis!

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