Haanism

Short Note: It's Wesak public holiday today, so one more day at hometown. My horoscope says, "...it is a week when you can do anything as long as it doesn't involve standing still. Harness the powers in the others and look at where you want to make a change. You know it's not going to happen by itself, so…"

It's again, time for my own effort :)

Still in Mae Sai, here we are near the border crossing over to Burma/Myanmar from Thailand.

When one does a "border run", that means he has been in Thailand for quite some time, hence is required to renew his visa by leaving and re-entering the country. I used to stupidly think that's a running competition around the border :) how silly was that!

People on the border-crossing bridge.

Looking towards Myanmar from Thailand.

The bridge is adorned with both Thai and Myanmar flags.

Before the Thai side of the border bridge crossing, there is a sign indicating "The Northern Most of Thailand".

It's a good spot for a souvenir photograph.

There were usually monks, Karen minorities, Thai, ethnic Indians, Chinese, and even beggar children streaming back and forth across the bridge, though not all can be seen via this picture.

A jujube seller did not let go any business opportunity by approaching Aof.

The Mae Sai Customs House.

According to James, before entering the tall archway on the Thai side of the border, you must pay a small fee in Baht to the Thai immigration officers set up in a kiosk nearby. You'll then be waved through the Thai border after handing in your departure card to the Thai authorities.

Before you cross under the large blue "Union of Myanmar" sign you'll have to stop by a small room designated for collecting fees from foreign visitors. You'll have to pay the Burmese guard $5 USD and leave your passport with them.

Most people crossing at this bridge will only be allowed to stay on the Myanmar side of the border until 5 pm. You can re-claim your passport upon exiting Myanmar.

As mentioned, I didn't cross the border. Aof finished her shopping.

A big picture of the King of Thailand. This was the last photo taken before we left Mae Sai for Golden Triangle.