Alternative titles for this blog:
Hippie Capital of the World
Life of Pai
Attack of the Hippies: Zombie Apocalypse
Where Worlds Meet
Pai (pronounced "pie") is a little town 3 hours north of Chiang Mai where every free-loving, organic-growing, tree-hugging, dreadlock-wearing and incense-burning hippie from every corner of the world goes to relax and adventure. I did not leave Pai with any tattoos or a part of my head shaved but I did leave with a new love of incense, music and this timeless, country-less subculture.
No place compares to this freethinking beatnik atmosphere that seeps out of every pore of Pai, from waterfalls, caves and nearby mountains to the rice fields and bungalows. Even the dogs, cats and roosters that strut through the dirt roads between natural hemp products and herbal tea shops encompass the free spirited attitude that is Pai.
There should be a sign when entering Pai that says, "Please conform to nonconformity." You'll easily stand apart from these freethinking flower children if you're wearing anything other than fisherman pants and crochet tops. The culture is open to lone travelers that easily bond over breakfast; beware of open seats next to you as the extravagant characters that roam here will quickly take the free spot as an invite to enjoy your meal with you. Nevertheless, there is much fun to be had and sights to be seen if you take the time to look around.
Things to do in Pai:
Visit some of the awesome waterfalls around Pai!
Visit the Curry Shack
Chill at Edible Jazz
Stay in a Bungalow
Eat at Mama Falafel
Take a Lesson & Rent Bikes
Drink Tea
Get a Massage
(I was passed out in utter euphoria because I got a massage and therefore could not take a picture, sorry I'm not sorry)
Enjoy the Walking Street
Take a Walk
Make New Friends
Study!
Hippie Capital of the World
Life of Pai
Attack of the Hippies: Zombie Apocalypse
Where Worlds Meet
Pai (pronounced "pie") is a little town 3 hours north of Chiang Mai where every free-loving, organic-growing, tree-hugging, dreadlock-wearing and incense-burning hippie from every corner of the world goes to relax and adventure. I did not leave Pai with any tattoos or a part of my head shaved but I did leave with a new love of incense, music and this timeless, country-less subculture.
No place compares to this freethinking beatnik atmosphere that seeps out of every pore of Pai, from waterfalls, caves and nearby mountains to the rice fields and bungalows. Even the dogs, cats and roosters that strut through the dirt roads between natural hemp products and herbal tea shops encompass the free spirited attitude that is Pai.
There should be a sign when entering Pai that says, "Please conform to nonconformity." You'll easily stand apart from these freethinking flower children if you're wearing anything other than fisherman pants and crochet tops. The culture is open to lone travelers that easily bond over breakfast; beware of open seats next to you as the extravagant characters that roam here will quickly take the free spot as an invite to enjoy your meal with you. Nevertheless, there is much fun to be had and sights to be seen if you take the time to look around.
Things to do in Pai:
Visit some of the awesome waterfalls around Pai!
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| Pam Bok Waterfall |
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| Mo Paeng Waterfall |
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| Coconut Curry-If I ate this and only this for the rest of my life I would die happy, soooo gooooodd!!!! |
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| What's a pineapple fruit shake without a Christmas cup? |
Chill at Edible Jazz
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| We got to listen to some great music to end a perfect day! |
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| Dress warm!!!! |
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| Happy Campers :] |
Eat at Mama Falafel
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| Mama knows best! |
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| Food Porn: best falafel in the world |
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| After a motorcycle riding lesson we are ready to explore! |
Drink Tea
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| Check out the Herb Garden for all natural teas |
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| So many tea's to choose from |
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| I recommend the Chai Tea! |
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| Yes you can find even the more peculiar drinks, I'd like to say I know what this is but your guess is as good of mine |
Get a Massage
(I was passed out in utter euphoria because I got a massage and therefore could not take a picture, sorry I'm not sorry)
Enjoy the Walking Street
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| The walking street has cool vendors and yummy street food |
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| There's lots of unique shops and fun things to look at |
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| Stop in a cool bookstore full of unique books |
Take a Walk
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| Pai has some awesome scenery |
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| You'll never know what you'll find, we looked up and saw a group of Kiters! |
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| Cats Galore |
Study!
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| Ahhh!! Midterms this week!!!! |
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