From 1350 to 1767, Ayuthaya was the seat of Thailand's throne--the kingdom extending into present day Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar. In 1767, the city was sacked by the Burmese and the king's seat relocated t0 just outside of present day Bangkok.What's left in Ayuthaya are crumbling, faded, beautiful temples and Buddha statues that attract Buddhist pilgrims, and of course tourists :)
Kevin and I are now in the northwestern hippie outpost of Pai. We survived a 13-hour overnight train ride from Ayuthaya to Chaing Mai, then a 4 hour bus ride here. After sharing a pint of Thai whiskey (on an empty stomach too) and not getting very much sleep on the train, we were more than happy to get here and relax. I'm sure we were pretty sorry looking that morning, nursing hangovers with Thai coffee and peanut butter and jelly :)We have signed up for a two-day jungle trek through some of the hill villages and by waterfalls and caves in the countryside surrounding Pai. We'll then go for a day of elephant riding and bamboo rafting. When we re-emerge from the woods, there will be stories to tell!
Until next time,
laa kawn
Jordan
J-looking at the pictures, you must be having so much fun! I am sad that we missed each other in the states but hopefully our paths cross again. Be careful, have fun and remember I miss you..:)
ReplyDeletep.s. do you have your own bag? :)
Hi Jordan... I love the pictures you are sending! What a beautiful country. I hope the elephant ride is fun! Love, Mum
ReplyDeleteHi Jordan! It looks like you're having a great time, what pictures!
ReplyDeleteBrent and I are in AZ now, wrapping up a nice WWOOF. Our lunch today was eaten thinking of Larkin: canned soup and quesadillas!
kim