Mae Hong Son is in northern Thailand on the Burmese border. I have been to Pai in this province, but this time around I wanted to visit the provincial capital as it’s often overlooked by travellers. I knew it would be quiet, scenic, and friendly—an ideal combination for a relaxing getaway.
Heading to the airport, I was expecting a tiny plane like Jack and I had taken from Pai to Chiang Mai a few months ago. However, flying Nok Air this time, the plane was a bit bigger (though still not needing an actual gate). No watching the pilots this time—darn. In about half an hour, I landed at Mae Hong Son’s tiny airport and headed to my guesthouse.
Since I knew I wouldn’t be spending much time in my room, I opted for the cheapest place I could find with decent reviews: Johnnie House. For a private room with shared bathroom, I paid 150 baht ($5) a night. It was nothing spectacular, but the bed and pillow were the most comfortable I’ve had in Thailand.
After settling in, I headed out to book a trek and explore the town. It turned out my guesthouse was right on a little lake (which was especially beautiful at night).
Before sunset, I visited two adjacent temples on the lake, Wat Jong Kham and Wat Jong Klang.
Within Wat Jong Klang is a doll museum with some 150-year-old dolls depicting the circle of life. Of course it was not creepy at all! (*cough*sarcasm*cough*)
The rest of the building was really quite nice, though not always woman-friendly.
So tomorrow I head out on a 6-hour trek. Wish me luck!
Heading to the airport, I was expecting a tiny plane like Jack and I had taken from Pai to Chiang Mai a few months ago. However, flying Nok Air this time, the plane was a bit bigger (though still not needing an actual gate). No watching the pilots this time—darn. In about half an hour, I landed at Mae Hong Son’s tiny airport and headed to my guesthouse.
Since I knew I wouldn’t be spending much time in my room, I opted for the cheapest place I could find with decent reviews: Johnnie House. For a private room with shared bathroom, I paid 150 baht ($5) a night. It was nothing spectacular, but the bed and pillow were the most comfortable I’ve had in Thailand.
After settling in, I headed out to book a trek and explore the town. It turned out my guesthouse was right on a little lake (which was especially beautiful at night).
Before sunset, I visited two adjacent temples on the lake, Wat Jong Kham and Wat Jong Klang.
Within Wat Jong Klang is a doll museum with some 150-year-old dolls depicting the circle of life. Of course it was not creepy at all! (*cough*sarcasm*cough*)
The rest of the building was really quite nice, though not always woman-friendly.
So tomorrow I head out on a 6-hour trek. Wish me luck!
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