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Post by htmb on Aug 27, 2023 19:11:57 GMT
I drink tap water almost everywhere. I did on this trip, but I am probably not the person to consult for health advice. True. I had considered my question and almost didn’t ask, but was wondering at what point, if ever, you give in. I also assume, when in doubt, you drink beer.
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 28, 2023 6:27:43 GMT
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 28, 2023 12:43:26 GMT
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 28, 2023 15:09:50 GMT
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Post by lugg on Aug 28, 2023 18:57:57 GMT
This is such an interesting report on many levels. It is clear you love this place and I can see why and also how the Mekong fascinates you . I like this "quieter" SE Asian vibe , I think it is a place I would enjoy wandering around too rather than the more frenetic places. My daughter loved Laos when she was travelling in this part of the world, and has tried to persuade me to go back with her. I am certainly not so reluctant now.
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 29, 2023 6:25:44 GMT
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 29, 2023 6:39:20 GMT
I didn't visit the night market this time, or I would have bought something. The 3rd visit is the charm for me. The colours drained out of the day. Next morning. The Chinese built the railway and the train stations, but they did not build the roads to get there. It was a long ride, and then the station suddenly appeared. There were many rules. None of them were as good as Saigon, where a pictogram showed that hand grenades were not allowed in your luggage. The waiting lounge actually had enough seats for everybody even though the train was fully booked. What did people do before they had mobile phones? There was no doubt about the economic interests of this rail line. And then it was time for a new adventure, so I'll end this here.
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Post by bixaorellana on Aug 29, 2023 16:38:27 GMT
Easily one of the most fascinating trip reports ever. The odd thing about it is how, even replete as it is with color and exoticism, the whole imparts a feeling of calm relaxation.
I really love how you lingered over elements of everyday life so that the texture and feeling of the place really comes through. I won't comment on individual pictures as there are too many good ones, but will say what a triumph it is for all those photos to present such a richly complete impression of Luang Prabang.
The last post starts off sad because you're leaving that magical place, but quickly moves to a most interesting look at modern economics and transportation -- a perfect ending.
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 29, 2023 16:53:23 GMT
Thanks for sticking with me. I absolutely plan to return some day and settle down for a longer period if possible. It is such a lovely place and it was magnificent to discover that even after 25 years it had not been ruined. I forgot to add the link of my previous report, which shows a lot of similar pictures but also the top of Mount Phousi. Luang Prabang long ago
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Post by lugg on Aug 29, 2023 19:23:04 GMT
Your sunset photos are so lovely. I absolutely plan to return some day and settle down for a longer period if possible. It is such a lovely place and it was magnificent to discover that even after 25 years it had not been ruined. How good is that , a place you hold in your heart from memories turns out to still be a place you love years later
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