Arrving to Chiang Mai at noon, we headed to the Seven Sun Guesthouse and dropped laundry off. I could get used to having people to my laundry for $3... Before ending commentary on the train, I should mention the toileting services offered. Apparently the restroom comes equipped with a small, stinky, stall with a stainless steel "hole" in the floor. There is a treaded area on both sides, apprently for foot grip. The rest is for your imagination, but I avoided all contact with the contraption, unless utter desperation arose.
After settling into the lodge, we headed for Doi Suthep Wat, a very nice temple on top of a very windy mountain rode. We argued the guy into taking us up and back for $3, which seemed like a bargain, but after nearly tossing our cookies, it's debatable. The mountain-top temple was filled with temples and gold, along with about 200 stairs to climb. It was really nice.
Immediately following, we were picked up for dinner at the Cultural Center Thai Dinner and Show. Here, we sat on the floor and were served a HUGE Northern Thai traditional dinner, and it was oustanding. Some of the best food yet, while entertained by an hour and a half dance show. Cost? $6 each, including all you can eat food, show, flower lei, and transport to and from. Ridiculous.
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