Chang Mi is the historic capital of Thailand. There have been a number of capitals in the history of the country, but this one is unique. The time of year that we visited is a bit hazy, because they are burning off the rice fields inpreperation for the spring planting, but it was a must see anyway.

There are a number of temples scattered throughout the city. When walking through the city we swung through a few of them.






O.K. this one was interesting. There are times that I am not sure who does the decorating. Can you find what doesn't belong?


Above answer: What in the world is Donald Duck doing at this temple?

BONGGG! Chelsie took the chance to bong the gong.







Nearby one of the temples a local artist worked on a portrait of a monk.



We stayed in the old part of the city. It is quite scenic. You often can see Tuk tuks and bicycles meandering through the windy streets.



A motorcycle with a sidecar. There are many of these. They haul everything from water to vegetables, to people.



I believe that they were harvesting Lotus seed pods. Many people enjoy snacking on them.



A monk takes a rest in a bamboo hut with a leaf roof. They monks in orange are ofter very friendly. They often smile in passing and have even chatted with us on occasion.



It has been a while since Chelsie has bought new clothes. Our style was a bit different that what we had access to in Korea. While in Chang Mi, Chels went on a shopping spree at Chang Mi Cotton. The store was locally owned and the clothes were designed and made in house. She bought a cute blue shirt and two dresses. The brown dress which she is standing next to is one that she purchsed.



Thailand is also known for its silks. We saw so many things made from it. It is beautiful as it changes colors when you tilt it from side to side.


Chelsie did some research before we arrived in Chang Mi and made a fantastic find. We stayed in a very cozy guest house called Charcoa House. They rooms were very nice, the decor was warm, and their small restraunt was fantastic. A number of locals come to enjoy the tastey dishes that they serve.





Our room.




Chels enjoying a piece of Chocolate cake. The black dress is one of her new ones from Chang Mi and I bought her the silver necklace. She is such an elegent young lady. XOXO



I had pasta before desert. It was to die for. The salads were also very good at the Charcoa House too.



Chelsie's wore her new blue blouse the next day and we enjoyed fresh fruit shakes.