Once I acclimated to the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, and let the worry of my new surroundings wash away, I begin to really enjoy this maze of diversity that is Khao San Road. Landing during the late night with it’s young and drunk, in full swing and my dizzy head from a long travel, had me feeling like I was in the wrong end of town. Though, waking the next morning to a lively open street market, changed my view immediately. Khaosan is a backpackers haven; young travelers from all far reaches come here to meet, drink, shop, share notes, plan the next leg of their journey. Also a haven for great deals on great clothing, jewelry, massage and the food; a haven of wonderful soups, pad thai and fruit drinks.
I got a full day with Danielle and Lydia. As Danielle went to finish some dental work, Lydia and I went to see Vimanmek Teak Mansion. http://cacarot.multiply.com/photos/album/36/The_world_Largest_Golden_teak_Mansion_Prateenung_vimanmek
After bouncing from one urban jungle to the next over the past week or so, I happily jump on the night train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. From there, I will take a 3 hour local truck up to Pun Pun, the community farm I stay with for a few weeks. It will be so nice to be out of city life and simple be in one place for awhile. The flu buggy seems to have subsided, just sneezy & snotty, city muck not helping me grab a fresh breath.
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