AROUND TOWN

In this past week I've had 4 Thai language lessons and 3 physiotherapy sessions and have had to spend a lot of time sorting through a massive shipment of procrastination that landed on my doorstep. I now have an ever so slight understanding of the structure of Thai sentences but am no closer to speaking the language now than I was before. The physio sessions were more beneficial and my sore neck and shoulder are in much better shape than my language skills. The procrastination is another matter altogether. I've been carrying my camera to all my appointments and offer the following for your viewing pleasure.

The centre of Chiang Mai, the part called The Old City was surrounded by a wall with several fortifications and a moat. Four gates at the centre of each side were the only entry points and they still stand and are used as reference points when giving directions. Here is a view of one corner of the ramparts and the moat which is now decorated with fountains

Northeast corner of the old city wall. The wall and moat add a wonderful character to this
section of the city and dictate the traffic pattern with a one way street on the inside of the
wall and another in the opposite direction on the outside of the wall.

Within the walls or close to it are several impressive temples .
This Buddha is in the temple close to the physiotherapy clinic.

This pooch I think had a physio session just before me. Why people dress up
their dogs in this climate is a mystery to me. Do dogs get sunburned?

Monk beside the river. The colours of the monk's robes
indicate the buddhist sect with which they are affiliated

One of the many flower stalls near our condo. Many of the vendors
invite you to take their photo.

I wish everyone of you reading this blog a joyous and healthy 2012