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There are around 300 temples in Chiang Mai. Several are located within the historic old city walls. I decided to go to the free temples in old city. Each have SO much detail. The buildings are pieces of art. The ones I went to had varying interiors. Each unique. From murals on the walls, style, […]

Pork and rice A walk-up restaurant in old city that served me stewed pork leg with rice was one of my favorite meals!  Basil Common on many menus to have holy basil minced pork or chicken with rice. Can add a fried egg on top as well. Phat Ka-Phroa is always refreshing and savory in

The zoo at Kuala Lumpur is quite interesting. It had a few different animals then you would find in a zoo in the United states. Like hedge hogs, racoons and Capybara. Just like many zoos, the way each cage was designed was so intriguing. A few times, I would find that the animal was not

I had some great eats and some subpar eats in Malaysia. Starting at the top are the delicious and memorable. Then the bottom rounds out the ones that were far less impressive but I am still blessed that it filled my belly and substained the need of nutrients. Grumpy Bagel –  By fate, I had

This was the first temple I visited in Malaysia. Just a 20-minute ride from my Airbnb near KLCC (Kuala Lumpur City Center). When you first arrive, your eyes are immediately drawn to the lanterns lining the sky. Then you see this captivating sight of the lanterns with this exquisite temple. The detail that goes into

The pressure of doing a trip to the fullest. The pressure to do every activity that the city is famous for. The pressure to book every activity & accommodation at the cheapest rate. I do understand that it is a privilege to have many people share their insights on travel online. Helps us all learn