What better way to Celebrate Buddha’s birthday (Wisakha Bucha) than to reboot and get back to nature?
So we
decided to do just that. We all agreed on a little quiet town found over the
lushes jungle filled mountains north of Chaing Mai called Pai. Weaving through
the 762 curves, up and down the mountain roads, stopping off at the road side
villages to eat and rehydrate. Visiting the hot springs and waterfall along the
way, makes the journey to get there just as fun as the destination itself
Even though Pai is slowly modernising with
its many coffee shops, resorts, banks and concrete bypass, head away from the
town centre and you will be in the heart of what Pai was decades past. It is still
holding on to the more organic natural lifestyle (who knows for how long though)
You can find traditionally built houses made from sustainable materials. One
method is called the adobe. This is made from sand, clay, water and fibrous or
organic matter such as straw, sticks and/or manure, put into wooden frames and
dried out in the sun to make bricks. A method more commonly found throughout
western Asia (Middle East).
The diversity of
building methods, food choice, people and religions all coming together and
calling Pai their home, makes this place a must not miss of Thailand.
Heading over to the night bazaar (night market) you will find an abundance of
affordable local artist’s work, jewellery and clothes, sitting amongst
traditional pieces from neighbouring countries, such as Tibet, India and
Bangladesh. Spending has never been so easy!
Pai is home to the usual Thailand offerings
of temples, waterfalls, restaurants and bars, but all set in a much more quaint
surrounds than the cities. Due to the immense choice of accommodation and eating
establishments choosing where to stay and dine out can be a challenge as there
are so many delicious Thai/Indian food street stalls, market food, pizza
palours, cafes and casual dining restaurants. You have basic camping, bungalows
along the river and up in the mountains and luxurious resorts, catering to the
needs of every individual passing through Pai.
Life in Pai is slow
paced, relaxed, no stresses, or worries. Unwinding and kicking back is the key
to fitting in. Maybe this is why Pai has some of the most talented musicians,
artists, jewellery designers and clothes/fabric designers. So complete your
outfit with the most essential accessory…your smile. Stepping into Pai you can’t
help but feel instantly uplifted and relaxed simultaneously. How is that even
possible? Well go and explore all Pai has to offer you will soon see for yourself
and I guarantee you will not be disappointed!!
Live, Work & Experience!
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