Into the Mountains, Chiang Mai

We decided to take a ride into the Chiang Mai mountains on our trusty little scooter, visiting Doi Sethup viewpoint and Doi Sethup Temple (1073m above sea level). After riding up the mountains we spotted the roads beginning to get wet, although not due to rain but instead due to driving through cloud. The road was full of twists and tight bends and good fun to ride even on a scooter.

Doi Sethup Temple involved a walk up a very grand set of stairs. The main part of the temple was covered in gold surrounded by Buddhas and other intricate detailing. As we wandered about the temple, we watched many tourists praying and placing offerings nearby.

It was then time to make the journey back to Chiang Mai. Enjoying the ride up so much, Jess decided to have a go on the way down. We then finished the evening at a night bazaar sampling more street food and wandering more market stalls.Read more