Day 251: Chiang Mai – Day 2
Surprisingly, we covered a lot of ground yesterday, so we only had one more must-see temple to visit. Wat Phra Singh is Chiang Mai’s most revered temple – a 14th century complex that is home to the “Lion Buddha” and a beautiful, gold-covered stupa. Afterwards, we didn’t have much on our itinerary, so we walked through town to the Suan Buak Hat public park and back to our hotel. Once again, the highlight of our day was food-related – we skipped lunch and went all out at a fantastic vegetarian-friendly restaurant for dinner. Hey Mama…WE GOT OUR GREENS!
Early morning visit to the Wat Phra Singh
Thai tourists make offerings and pray at the temple – then turn around and take a selfie in front of the Buddha! Interesting how Buddhist temple etiquette differs from Nepal to Thailand…
Gold, gold, gold! Shiny, gold stupa!
Quiet contemplation in front of the “Lion Buddha” at Wat Phra Singh
Are you talking to me?
Once again, THESE ARE NOT REAL MONKS – these wax figures are so realistic, it’s scary!
Suan Buak Hat – the only public park in Chiang Mai
Lindsay works off her evening Pad Thai on the park’s gym equipment
Hidden gems walking through the inner streets back to our hotel
Hiding from the afternoon heat in our cool hotel room
Venturing out at night for more of Chiang Mai’s culinary delights!
Veggie spring rolls, a potato salad-stuffed cucumber, and tofu stir fry with the most perfectly cooked egg EVER